DA-036 - “Error 001”

Object Class: Medium

Secure Containment Guidelines:

DA-036 is to be contained within a digital storage device kept in a standard Secure Data Vault at Site-██. The device must be disconnected from any network and power sources to prevent unauthorized access. Any attempts to access DA-036's contents must be logged and reported immediately to the Site Director. In case of any abnormal behavior or manifestations related to DA-036, the containment area must be sealed off, and research personnel are to be evacuated until the situation is resolved.

Description:

DA-036 refers to an anomalous digital file labeled "Error 001." It appears as a corrupted webpage saved in HTML format, displaying a distorted layout and broken images. The file is approximately 14 kilobytes in size and lacks any identifying metadata.

When DA-036 is accessed, either by opening the file or attempting to view its contents through a web browser, anomalous effects occur. The exact nature of these effects varies among individuals, but common experiences include:

Cognitive Distortion: Affected individuals report a feeling of disorientation, confusion, and a significant decrease in short-term memory retention. They often struggle to recall information they were exposed to immediately before accessing DA-036.

Visual Hallucinations: Subjects have reported seeing glitch-like visual artifacts, such as flickering images, distorted text, and colors blending together. These hallucinations are primarily observed during the viewing of electronic displays but can persist for a short period afterward.

Audio Disturbances: Auditory hallucinations have been reported, ranging from faint static noises to unintelligible voices whispering incoherent phrases. These disturbances are more frequent in individuals who access DA-036 for extended durations.

Emotional Instability: Individuals exposed to DA-036 often display heightened anxiety, paranoia, and emotional distress. These effects tend to intensify with prolonged exposure and can persist for several hours after initial contact.

Reality Alteration: In rare instances, DA-036 has caused temporary alterations to the surrounding environment. Examples include temporary glitches in electronic devices, localized spatial distortions, and brief temporal anomalies. These alterations are generally minor but have the potential to escalate under certain circumstances.

Due to the unpredictable nature of DA-036's effects, research into its origin, purpose, and potential countermeasures is ongoing. All experiments involving DA-036 must receive prior approval from the Site Director and should be conducted in controlled environments with extensive safety measures in place.