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
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Initial Rapid Release version December 16, 2003
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Latest Rapid Release version June 28, 2008 revision 022
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Initial Daily Certified version December 16, 2003
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Latest Daily Certified version June 28, 2008 revision 021
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Initial Weekly Certified release date pending
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