{"id":13688,"date":"2025-03-06T14:00:28","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T14:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/?p=13688"},"modified":"2025-03-06T14:00:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T14:00:33","slug":"install-configure-and-scan-for-viruses-on-linux-with-clamav","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/install-configure-and-scan-for-viruses-on-linux-with-clamav\/","title":{"rendered":"Install, Configure, and Scan for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Linux, known for its stability and security, is not immune to viruses and malware. As such, it&#8217;s essential to have a reliable antivirus solution in place. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clamav.net\/\">ClamAV<\/a> is a free, open-source antivirus engine and malware scanner. It is widely used on Linux systems. It is a powerful as well as versatile open-source antivirus engine designed to detect trojans, viruses, malware, and other malicious threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog post will guide you through the steps to install, configure, and scan for viruses on Linux using ClamAV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table of Content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#How-to-Install,-Configure,-and-Scan-for-Viruses-on-Linux-with-ClamAV\">How to Install, Configure, and Scan for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Installation-of-ClamAV-on-Linux\">Installation of ClamAV<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Configuration-of-ClamAV-on-Linux\">Configuration of ClamAV<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Scan-for-Viruses-on-Linux-with-ClamAV\">Scanning for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How-to-Install,-Configure,-and-Scan-for-Viruses-on-Linux-with-ClamAV\"><a id=\"post-13688-_heading=h.gjdgxs\"><\/a>How to Install, Configure, and Scan for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ClamAV is a robust antivirus solution for Linux users. By following these steps, you can ensure your system is better protected against various cyber threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s move towards installing, configuring, and scanning for viruses on Linux with ClamAV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Installation-of-ClamAV-on-Linux\"><a id=\"post-13688-_heading=h.30j0zll\"><\/a>Installation of ClamAV on Linux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The installation process for ClamAV varies depending on the Linux distribution you are using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Update Package Lists<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo apt update # For Debian\/Ubuntu <br>sudo yum update # For CentOS\/RHEL<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1299\" height=\"373\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1.png\" alt=\"sudo apt update\" class=\"wp-image-13689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1.png 1299w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1-300x86.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1-1024x294.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1-768x221.png 768w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-1-1296x373.png 1296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1299px) 100vw, 1299px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Install ClamAV<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Debian-based systems like <strong>Ubuntu<\/strong>, you can install ClamAV using the APT package manager:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo apt install clamav clamav-daemon # For Debian\/Ubuntu <br>sudo yum install clamav clamav-daemon # For CentOS\/RHEL<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1306\" height=\"578\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-2.png\" alt=\"sudo apt install clamav clamav-daemon\" class=\"wp-image-13690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-2.png 1306w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-2-300x133.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-2-1024x453.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-2-768x340.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1306px) 100vw, 1306px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>RPM<\/strong>-based systems such as <strong>Fedora <\/strong>or <strong>CentOS<\/strong>, you first need to install the EPEL repository, then install ClamAV using the DNF package manager:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo dnf install epel-release <br>sudo dnf install clamav<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: The exact commands might vary slightly based on your Linux distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Configuration-of-ClamAV-on-Linux\"><a id=\"post-13688-_heading=h.1fob9te\"><\/a>Configuration of ClamAV on Linux<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After installation, the next step is to configure ClamAV. You will need to edit the<strong> freshclam.conf <\/strong>and <strong>clamd.conf<\/strong> files to set up the virus database updater and the antivirus daemon. These configuration files are typically located in <strong>\/etc\/clamav\/<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1309\" height=\"177\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-3.png\" alt=\"Configuring ClamAV on Linux\" class=\"wp-image-13691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-3.png 1309w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-3-300x41.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-3-1024x138.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-3-768x104.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1309px) 100vw, 1309px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>freshclam.conf<\/strong>, you may need to remove the Example line and set up the database mirror. For <strong>clamd.conf<\/strong>, you should specify the user and group under which the daemon will run, and configure various scanning options according to your needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1286\" height=\"824\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-4.png\" alt=\"Configuring ClamAV on Linux\" class=\"wp-image-13692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-4.png 1286w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-4-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-4-1024x656.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-4-768x492.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1286px) 100vw, 1286px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common Configuration Options:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can configure several options according to their needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DatabaseDirectory<\/strong>: Specifies the location of the virus definition database.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LogFile<\/strong>: Sets the path for the ClamAV log file.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LogSeverity<\/strong>: Controls the level of detail in log messages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ScanOnAccess<\/strong>: Enables on-access scanning (requires ClamAV daemon).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ExcludePath<\/strong>: Specifies directories to exclude from scanning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To run ClamAV as a daemon for on-access scanning:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo systemctl start clamav-daemon <br>sudo systemctl enable clamav-daemon # To start on boot<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1307\" height=\"275\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-5.png\" alt=\"Starting and enabling ClamAV service to run at boot\" class=\"wp-image-13693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-5.png 1307w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-5-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-5-1024x215.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-5-768x162.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1307px) 100vw, 1307px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Scan-for-Viruses-on-Linux-with-ClamAV\"><a id=\"post-13688-_heading=h.3znysh7\"><\/a>Scan for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before running a scan, ensure that the virus database is up-to-date. ClamAV relies on updated virus definitions to effectively detect threats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo clamscan<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1285\" height=\"648\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-6.png\" alt=\"Scanning for viruses on Linux with ClamAV\" class=\"wp-image-13694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-6.png 1285w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-6-300x151.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-6-1024x516.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-6-768x387.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1285px) 100vw, 1285px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>At the end of the command, see a summary of the scan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1282\" height=\"437\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-7.png\" alt=\"Scanning for viruses on Linux with ClamAV\" class=\"wp-image-13695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-7.png 1282w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-7-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-7-1024x349.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-7-768x262.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1282px) 100vw, 1282px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This command downloads the latest virus signatures from ClamAV&#8217;s database, which is crucial for detecting the most recent threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Running a Scan for Viruses on Linux with ClamAV<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With ClamAV installed and configured, you can now run a scan. To scan a specific directory, use the below command. Here, <strong>-r <\/strong>represents recursive scan, scans subdirectories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To scan the <strong>entire system<\/strong> (not recommended for large systems), use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo clamscan --infected --recursive \/home\/ubuntu\/LinuxWorld<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1298\" height=\"516\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8.png\" alt=\"Scanning for viruses on Linux with ClamAV\" class=\"wp-image-13696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8.png 1298w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8-300x119.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8-1024x407.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8-768x305.png 768w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-8-1296x516.png 1296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1298px) 100vw, 1298px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This command recursively scans every file on your system and outputs a list of infected files. If you want to scan a specific directory, replace <strong>\/<\/strong> with the directory path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Handling Detected Threats<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If ClamAV detects any threats, you will need to decide how to handle them. You can either manually remove the infected files or use ClamAV&#8217;s options to automatically take action. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>sudo clamscan --infected --remove --recursive \/path\/to\/scan<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>It removes any infected files found during the scan automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus Tip: Automating Scans<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For ongoing protection, you can automate the scanning process by <a href=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/crontab-examples\/\"><strong>creating a cron job<\/strong><\/a> that runs ClamAV scans at regular intervals. This ensures that your system is regularly checked for viruses without manual intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional Commands<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can display available options via <strong>clamscan &#8211;help<\/strong> and <strong>freshclam &#8211;help<\/strong> displays options for updating virus definitions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre>clamscan --help<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1314\" height=\"552\" src=\"http:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-9.png\" alt=\"ClamAV help\" class=\"wp-image-13697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-9.png 1314w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-9-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-9-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/greenwebpage.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/word-image-13688-9-768x323.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1314px) 100vw, 1314px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: Linux systems are generally more secure than Windows due to their architecture. Good security practices, such as keeping software up-to-date, using strong passwords, and being cautious about downloads, are essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Conclusion\"><a id=\"post-13688-_heading=h.2et92p0\"><\/a>Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ClamAV is a robust antivirus solution for Linux systems. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can install, configure, and use ClamAV to protect your Linux environment from various security threats. Regular updates and scans will help maintain the integrity of your system. ClamAV&#8217;s configuration file is usually located at <strong>\/etc\/clamav\/clamav.conf<\/strong>. Users can also modify it with a text editor like Nano or Vim. For automatic updates, you can configure `<strong>freshclam<\/strong>` by editing the <strong>freshclam.conf<\/strong> file, usually located in \/<strong>etc\/clamav\/<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more detailed instructions on installing and configuring ClamAV, you can refer to the official ClamAV documentation. By following these steps and understanding the limitations of antivirus software, you can enhance your Linux system&#8217;s security.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"margin-bottom:20px;display:block;width:100%;margin-top:10px\">Frequently Asked Questions <\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-heading{\r\n\tpadding:0px !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-title {\r\n\tmargin:0px !important; \r\n\ttext-transform:none !important;\r\n\tline-height: 1 !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-title a{\r\n\ttext-decoration:none;\r\n\toverflow:hidden;\r\n\tdisplay:block;\r\n\tpadding:0px;\r\n\tfont-size: 18px !important;\r\n\tfont-family: Open Sans !important;\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n\tborder-bottom:0px !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-title a:focus {\r\noutline: 0px !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-title a:hover, #wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-title a:focus {\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .acc-a{\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tbackground-color:#e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-color: #ddd;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-default > .wpsm_panel-heading{\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tbackground-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-top-left-radius: 0px;\r\n\tborder-top-right-radius: 0px;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .wpsm_panel-default {\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid transparent !important;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 {\r\n\tmargin-bottom: 20px;\r\n\toverflow: hidden;\r\n\tfloat: none;\r\n\twidth: 100%;\r\n\tdisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .ac_title_class{\r\n\tdisplay: block;\r\n\tpadding-top: 12px;\r\n\tpadding-bottom: 12px;\r\n\tpadding-left: 15px;\r\n\tpadding-right: 15px;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701  .wpsm_panel {\r\n\toverflow:hidden;\r\n\t-webkit-box-shadow: 0 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, .05);\r\n\tbox-shadow: 0 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, .05);\r\n\t\tborder-radius: 4px;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701  .wpsm_panel + .wpsm_panel {\r\n\t\tmargin-top: 5px;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701  .wpsm_panel-body{\r\n\tbackground-color:#ffffff !important;\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n\tborder-top-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tfont-size:16px !important;\r\n\tfont-family: Open Sans !important;\r\n\toverflow: hidden;\r\n\t\tborder: 2px solid #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_13701 .ac_open_cl_icon{\r\n\tbackground-color:#e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tfloat:right !important;\r\n\tpadding-top: 12px !important;\r\n\tpadding-bottom: 12px !important;\r\n\tline-height: 1.0 !important;\r\n\tpadding-left: 15px !important;\r\n\tpadding-right: 15px !important;\r\n\tdisplay: inline-block !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<\/style>\t\r\n\t\t\t<\/style>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-group\" id=\"wpsm_accordion_13701\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_13701 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_13701_collapse1\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat is ClamAV?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_13701_collapse1\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tClamAV is an open-source antivirus engine used for detecting viruses and malware on Linux systems. It supports scanning for a wide range of file types, including emails and archives.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"collapsed\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_13701 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_13701_collapse2\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow do I install ClamAV on Linux?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_13701_collapse2\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can install ClamAV using your Linux distribution's package manager. 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