Malware, short for malicious software, represents one of the most persistent and pervasive threats to information security in our digital age. It takes various forms, from viruses that replicate within legitimate files to Trojans, deceptive like the ancient Greeks, and the insidious ransomware that holds data hostage. In this digital battleground, where data is the crown jewel and systems are the fortress, the need for robust anti-malware measures cannot be overstated