ClamAV, an open source virus scanner for Linux and Windows, has been released in version 1.4.0. The current version brings some new features.
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By default 64 bit only
In a post about the current release, the developers stated that they will no longer offer a 32-bit Linux version. The background is that support for their previous build environment based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 is coming to an end. You are now using Alma Linux 8, which does not support 32-bit images. If you are relying on the 32-bit Linux version of the scanner, you can still build it yourself from the source code. There is still a 32-bit version available for download for Windows.
An ARM64 version is also available for download for Windows. There are currently no ARM64/aarch64 packages for Linux.
New Features
From now on, ClamAV can also decompress ALZ and LHA/LZH archives and scan for PC malware in them. Additionally, the Image Fuzzy Hashing scan option can be deactivated if desired. The function scans image files for embedded malware.
In addition, the developers have made general improvements and bug fixes. For example, they have improved the SystemD service for ClamOnAcc so that the service is stopped more quickly. Additionally, several translation warnings have been fixed.
Outlook LTS Release
The next LTS version of the virus scanner is expected to be announced later this year. Support for ClamAV 0.103 LTS will end on September 14, 2024. As of this date, the version will no longer receive security updates and developers can block signature updates. Until the new LTS version is released, users should rely on ClamAV 1.0.6 LTS.
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