Updated: February 13, 2007 12:15:18 PM
Type: Virus
The Eicar Test String is not a real virus. It is a text file that is used to test antivirus software. By default, the file name is Eicar.com, but it could be renamed to any other name.
Protection
- Initial Rapid Release version December 16, 2003
- Latest Rapid Release version November 22, 2007 revision 033
- Initial Daily Certified version December 16, 2003
- Latest Daily Certified version December 10, 2007 revision 036
- Initial Weekly Certified release date pending
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