These are false reports about non-existent viruses. In these reports, the writer often claims to do impossible things. Due to these false reports, the network administrator shuts down his network…

Spambots are automated programs that send large volumes of unsolicited messages, not fabricated written virus alerts.

Logic bombs are malicious code segments embedded in software that execute only when a specific trigger condition is met, not false narrative reports.

Chain letters pressure recipients to forward messages to others but do not fabricate virus warnings attributed to reputable security organizations.

Virus hoaxes are deliberately false reports claiming an extremely dangerous virus exists, often attributed to reputable companies to appear legitimate, and they cause tangible damage by prompting unnecessary defensive actions like shutting down entire networks.

Time bombs are malicious programs designed to activate at a specific date or time, not hoax alert messages distributed in writing.