Linux users are usually not bothered by viruses and rarely need any kind of antivirus software, but that doesn't mean there aren't solutions available anyway. Antivirus Live CD is one such software that runs outside of your operating system and can scan it for viruses based on the ClamAV Antivirus program.
Antivirus Live CD is exactly what it says, an antivirus software bundled into a LiveCD that can boot from a CD and inspect operating systems, without having to install anything. The developer provides a ready-made CD, with a huge database.
We read on the manufacturer's website: "The Antivirus Live CD is based on 4MLinux and includes the ClamAV. It is designed for users who need a lightweight live CD, which will help them protect their computers from viruses. The latest version 14.0-0.98.7 is based on 4MLinux 14.0 and ClamAV 0.98.7."
Users should keep in mind that this tool is not only aimed at Linux environments. It would be almost useless, since the need for such applications is quite low on this platform. If a Windows computer is infected, you can use this LiveCD to scan it.
It is also worth noting that if you have a system that uses encrypted hard drives, the Live CD will not be able to detect your operating system. Finally, since it is based on 4MLinux, this means that it is very small.
Download the latest version of the Antivirus Live CD from here.
