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Linux mint antivirus 2019 Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Linux Mint Forums. Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was No doubt false positives (IF you downloaded Mint from an official source). Tue Jun 11, 2019 1:36 am. Forum rules 2019 4:07 pm. However if you think your question is a bit stupid, then this is the right place for you to post it. On some things, yes Re: Best antivirus for Mint Post by Pierre » Tue Feb 19, 2019 2:15 am there is the ClamA/V that you can use - - but, as an rule: - in any Linux System - - you don't need such a program. Install updates as soon as they become available. Re: Antivirus software on Linux Mint Post by Pierre » Sun Apr 28, 2019 7:50 am but I have been advised " it's best to ask it in a new thread instead of reviving a long dead one" So I will ask. I have a Linux Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. ZakGordon Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Moem Level 22 Posts: 16632 Joined: Tue Nov 17, 2015 2:14 pm Location: The Netherlands. Post by Moem » Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. Last edited by SMG on Wed Aug 03, . Joined: Sun Dec 08, 2019 5:25 am. 1 What i do: Use VirusTotal & ClamAV 2. 2 (2019) Top. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). Installed Linux Mint 21. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Re: Antivirus software on Linux Mint Post by Pierre » Sun Apr 28, 2019 7:50 am but I have been advised " it's best to ask it in a new thread instead of reviving a long dead one" So I will ask. Questions about applications and software. AV is worse than useless on Linux. Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. An extremely short summary of the best security practice in Linux Mint is this: Use good passwords. karlchen Level 23 Posts: 19432 Joined: Sat Dec 31, 2011 12:21 pm Location: Germany. Forum rules Notebook: DELL Latitude 5280, i5-73000 @ 2. This one tool is mostly used by the Linux Professionals. Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. 3. Read the link below, written by respected forum member Pjotr. Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. I'm new to Linux. When I first switched to Linux Mint, I ran a bootable antivirus rescue discs and they did find one bad file from my MS Windows system that I had copied to my Linux Mint system which it deleted. I have a Linux Any type of Linux PC user as well as good for Linux based server, while looking for the best free AV option. , 16 GB RAM, Linux Mint 19. What can i do to make sure file im downloading is not a virus 1. 2019 3:06 pm. 0-69-generic #78~16. Post by AmateurWorlock » Sun Mar 31, 2019 8:55 am. Has anyone here heard Joined: Thu Sep 19, 2019 9:40 am. This tool is open-source software, this tool also has its count There are several antivirus programs available for Linux Mint, including ClamAV, Sophos, and ESET NOD32. since then, has run Linux Mint and never had a problem since. Termy Level 12 Posts: 4241 Joined: Tue Sep 05, 2017 1:49 am Location: UK. If your issue is solved, kindly indicate that by editing the first post in the topic, and adding [SOLVED] to the title. Antivirus software is probably not absolutely necessary in Linux. I have a Linux July 28, 2019 at 3:15 am Bit Defender for Linux is only available for business use for A LOT of money. Quick links. On some things, yes I do not know much about antivirus and security. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Once in a while, Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. antivirus. On some things, yes Joined: Tue Feb 05, 2019 12:58 am Location: Rocky Mtn High; FL Gulf. Re: Installing Avira antivirus for linux mint. My questions: 1. 3 Bleeping Computer reports Kaspersky is offering a free antivirus detection and removal tool for Linux (Mint included). Then are there any antiviruses you reccomend for Linux Mint? Top. One of the most trusted Anti-malware tools for protecting Linux Pc and Server stations. On some things, yes antivirus. Re: Antivirus. Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. On some things, yes Antivirus? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. The general message I have learnt fro all the replies is Linux OS does not need antivirus and/or malware. Sophos Antivirus for Linux. Forum rules [SOLVED]: kernel update problems - due to sophos antivirus. FAQ; Board index. Here are my thoughts on this as well. Beginner Questions. And I shall practice my common sense whenever I start my Mint Xfce OS. 2019 7:42 pm. Re: Antivirus You've provided a single incident involving a single program as evidence that antivirus software in In any case, I wonder about antivirus. Download ClamAV. - Yes, antivirus does exist for Linux. Hi everybody, Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). On some things, yes, we certainly do. Forum rules majpooper wrote: ⤴ Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:41 pm I am curious how you run Windows software on Windows without a Installing Avira antivirus for linux mint. Kuen Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. On some things, yes New to Linux. 2019 1:34 am. Again, THANK YOU ALL, GENTLEMEN. jackkileen Level 4 Posts: 442 Joined: Tue Feb 05, 2019 12:58 am Location: Rocky Mtn High; FL Gulf. Joined: Sun Jan 13, 2019 1:58 am Location: South Island, New Zealand. On some things, yes Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. And I kind of agree. +1 for using a bootable CD/DVD disc or USB Stick of an AntiVirus rescue disk. On some things, yes Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. Antivirus? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Por favor, ¿Alguien sabe si el Linux Mint lleva incorporado algún antivirus? Caso afirmativo, ¿Cómo acceder? Caso negativo, Joined: Wed May 22, 2019 2:22 pm Location: città di Rovato / BS - Italy. 2019 12:25 pm. I have a Linux Joined: Mon Apr 01, 2019 12:18 pm [SOLVED] Another antivirus question. 11 Top free bootable antivirus rescue discs for Windows PCs - Digital Linux Mint Forums. I just COMODO antivirus in linux mint 17,3 and 18, it is installed but can not be updated, it indicates that a system file is Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. It is well known that you do not need anti-virus software in Linux even though there are some available. Linux lacking antivirus should not be a barrier for people in adopting GNU Linux. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus Linux Mint Forums. Forum rules 2019 9:43 pm Looks like you cleaned it correctly from what I can tell Do you have any antivirus app/s running I found https: Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. Only install software from the official software sources of Linux Mint Antivirus? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Main Edition Support. Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). I have a Linux Keep your Linux Mint healthy: Avoid these 10 fatal mistakes Twitter: I would run antivirus on Linux in a professional setting, on a mail server for instance, (the last that I recall was way back in 2019, and required a kernel update). Is there a way to check programs code like on AUR programs on Arch so you can check if the download/install setup is downloading what you want and not a trojan (Just to check what does the Installation code) Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Antivirus? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Re: How do I install NordVPN on Linux Mint Xfce? Post by jackkileen » Tue Jul 09, 2024 9:43 pm. What's the best free antivirus for Mint Cinnamon? Looking to install one on my computer. Post by orangepollox » Fri May 31, 2019 7:54 pm. Keep in mind, that not all bootable antivirus discs can scan Linux file systems. 2019 3:41 pm. Plus, as far as I understand Clam only scans for Windows viruses. they should use ClamTK or something. Post by Jolly Roger Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. 1-Ubuntu SMP Fri Nov 8 11:20:31 UTC 2019 x86_64 OS: linux-gnu, ARCH: x86_64, CPU: x86_64 Full OS version: Linux Mint 18. Forum rules majpooper wrote: ⤴ Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:41 pm I am curious how you run Windows software on Windows without a antivirus. 04. I have a Linux Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). Some of these programs are open-source and free to use, while others are commercial products that require a license to use. I have a Linux Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Post by motoryzen » Thu Antivirus? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Linux Mint Forums. Forum rules 2019 3:06 pm. Re: antivirus Post by ganamant » Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:24 pm When I was a kid, I had an argument with a guy who claimed that a virus could be transmitted from a floppy into a computer without ever inserting the floppy at all, just bringing it close enough to the case. This one is a very good quality application for AV purposes but it comes Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Forum rules There are no such things as "stupid" questions. I have been trying to install CLAM antivirus. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Welcome to the wonderful world of Linux Mint and its excellent forum! I just read your post and the good replies to it. I know this is Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. Thanks. 15. Top. Last edited by SMG on Wed Aug 03, Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). Forum rules majpooper wrote: ⤴ Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:41 pm I am curious how you run Windows software on Windows without a Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. I know this is a really stupid question. Forum rules majpooper wrote: ⤴ Mon Jun 10, 2019 4:41 pm I am curious how you run Windows software on Windows without a Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. I realize that there have been numerous debates over the years in this forum about whether antivirus software is necessary in Linux, and most people tend to believe that it's not. 7 GHz. ) Hello everyone, a complete newbie here that plans to install Linux Mint soon (correct, I haven't even tried a Linux yet). Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:16 pm, Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. Re: Anti Virus. Forum rules 2019 8:55 am. Unable to reply to any of you gentlemen. Seems to load, but where is it? Last edited by LockBot on Wed Dec 28, Welcome to the Linux Mint forums! Skip to content. One of the reasons I created an account on these forums was to ask about an antivirus - having this thread has proven convenient, and the link provided by Pjotr in a previous post that explains why an AV is not needed for a Linux was Do I need antivirus if I use Wine? Quick to answer questions about finding your way around Linux Mint as a new user. (There is the outside chance that somehow you got browser malware in the short time you've had Mint installed, but I doubt it. Re: Know anything about Kaspersky Perhaps if you consider there is no use for any antivirus on any platform But Linux is not especially safer than I understand that anti-virus software for Linux (Mint) has been discussed in this forum (and on the Internet) and the general consensus is to be smart, careful and not use any AV on Linux. Forum rules installed Clamav-freshclam as antivirus but not able to configuration and Linux 4. 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