David Lee Smith

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    About David Lee Smith

    David Lee Smith is a renowned American programmer, infamous for creating the 'Melissa' virus. This virus, deployed via a macroscript in Microsoft Outlook 97 and Word 97, caused widespread disruption, including the temporary shutdown of the US Marine Corps and an estimated $1.1 billion in damages.

    David Lee Smith's Area of Expertise

    David Lee Smith is an expert in programming, specifically in creating and deploying viruses. He is also knowledgeable about the impact of such viruses on systems and organizations.

    I geek out on...

    I geek out on programming and the intricate details of creating viruses. The challenge of outsmarting security systems and causing widespread disruption is what I find most fascinating.