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Unmasking the Virus Málaga Creator

Bernardo Quintero, a cybersecurity pioneer, embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Virus Málaga, a computer virus that sparked his passion for the field. After decades, he discovers the creator, Antonio Astorga, who had crafted the virus to spread an anti-terror message. Despite Astorgas passing, his legacy lives on through his teachings and his son, a new software engineer. This revelation fuels Málagas next generation of tech talent.

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