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Kaspersky released a free Linux virus removal tool
by Jack Wallen  –  June 3, 2024  –  ZD Net

“Concerned about viruses on your Linux computer? I tested Kaspersky’s new Virus Removal Tool for Linux. Here’s what you need to know about it. No operating system is 100% safe. As long as your computer is connected to a network, there is always the possibility that it can be compromised. These compromises can come by way of viruses, malware, or ransomware, each of which holds a particular danger. Such a possibility is why Kaspersky released its Virus Tool for Linux. According to the official announcement the “application can scan system memory, startup objects, boot sectors, and all files in the operating system for known malware. It scans files of all formats – including archived ones.” – – – I decided to kick the tires of Kaspersky’s new tool, … “

Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool for Linux:
https://www.kaspersky.com/downloads/free-virus-removal-tool

Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool does not require installation.
Running the application instructions:
https://support.kaspersky.com/help/kvrt/2024/en-us/269465.htm

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Note that others have posted about this also,  thank you Alex 5723.
I am just adding here for Linux, because I posted above info.

Public Service Announcement concerning Kaspersky company:

Biden administration to ban Russian company’s antivirus software
By Gaby Del Valle – June 20, 2024 – The Verge

“The Biden administration is announcing plans to ban the sale of Kaspersky Lab’s antivirus software in the United States due to national security concerns, Reuters reports. Sources told Reuters that Kaspersky’s close ties to the Russian government pose a national security risk, potentially letting the company — and the Russian government — steal sensitive information from, install malware on, or withhold updates from Americans’ computers.”

Concerning those of us that use Linux, and especially Linux Mint,
here are some resource links to allay our fears of viruses on Linux:

The Easy Linux Tips Project has an article updated June 1st, 2024:
Security in Linux Mint and Ubuntu: an Explanation and Some Tips
“Don’t install antivirus (yes, really!). Antivirus Software and Rootkit Removers: Both Unnecessary and Harmful”

Linux Mint Forums have a discussion on Anti Virus
where most of the consensus is that Linux antivirus in not needed.
The first link there has worthwhile links to review to help decide.
Do I need to run an antivirus application on Linux Mint?

Our ZD Net author Jack Wallen has this to say about Linux AV:
Do you need antivirus on Linux?
Answer: No.  –  Feb. 19, 2024

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I decided to use the Clam antivirus/malware program on my LMC not so much for LM protection, but because I exchange some downloaded files with my Windows 7 which could be affected.  Clam is made for Linux, works well, and has not given me any problems.

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