Explosive

Explosive is a type of malware, malicious software designed to exploit and damage computer systems. It can infiltrate your system via suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often unbeknownst to the user. Once inside, it can steal personal data, disrupt operations, or even hold your data hostage for ransom. The potential damage from this malware is significant, as it can be used to facilitate illegal activities, such as searching for explosive devices, protecting state secrets, and detecting illicit devices in detention centers. The malware was first discussed at the 5th CIEPE in 2010 by Beijing Ryan Wende Science and Technology Co., Ltd., also known as Ryan Technologies (China), Ltd. The company claimed to specialize in promoting and introducing western advanced IEDD/EOD (Improvised Explosive Device Disposal/Explosive Ordnance Disposal), anti-terrorism, public safety, and forensic products to China. This shows that Explosive malware may have roots in sophisticated technology designed for security purposes. In a dramatic event, Mohammed Farooq, a self-radicalised suspect, brought a pressure cooker bomb containing nearly 10kg of explosives to St James's hospital in Leeds in January 2023. However, he was persuaded to hand himself into the police by a member of the public, potentially saving many lives. This incident underlines the real-world implications of the misuse of technologies like the Explosive malware, which can facilitate the creation of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and other dangerous materials.