MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541112586 A) filed by Karthiban R; Pooja R; Pooja Nair R V; Praveen B; and Yokesh A, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on Nov. 17, 2025, for 'virus pedia an encyclopedia of computer viruses.'
Inventor(s) include Karthiban R; Pooja R; Pooja Nair R V; Praveen B; and Yokesh A.
The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The invention titled "Virus Pedia - An Encyclopedia for Computer Viruses" presents a comprehensive and intelligent digital platform that serves as a centralized reference hub for studying and analyzing various types of computer malware such as viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. This system is designed to automate the collection, classification, and presentation of virus-related data from trusted cybersecurity databases and open-source repositories using Python libraries such as Beautifu/Soup, Requests, and Selenium. The collected data is processed using Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques to summarize complex technical reports into simplified, structured, and readable entries. The system also integrates a sandbox analysis module that enables the detection and behavioral observation of suspicious files or URLs, linking real-time threat insights to the encyclopedia. A Flask-based web interface provides secure browsing, search, and contribution options for users, researchers, and cybersecurity professionals. By combining automation, artificial intelligence, and threat analysis, Virus Pedia functions as both an educational and research-oriented tool that enhances malware awareness, supports preventive -~ defense strategies, and contributes to the global understanding of evolving cyber threats."
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