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AntiVirus

Security plugin to protect your blog or website against exploits and spam injections.

4.2

Rating summary

22

Reviews

30K

Active installations

AntiVirus
AntiVirus
AntiVirus

Overview

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Main benefits

Automated daily theme scans

Email notifications for threats

Checksum verification for core

Google Safe Browsing option

About this plugin

Categories: Security
Version: 1.5.1
Last updated: 17-11-2023
WordPress version: 4.1
Tested up to: 6.4.5
PHP version required: 5.2
Languages: English (Australia), English (Canada) [+15]
Learning resources: View resources

Overview

AntiVirus is a user-friendly and secure WordPress plugin designed to fortify your site against exploits, malware, and spam injections. Users can set up AntiVirus to perform daily automated scans of theme files, with the added benefit of receiving email notifications if any suspicious code is detected. The plugin aids in speedy awareness and action in case of site hacks, offering features like manual scans, false-positive marking, and checksum verification for WordPress core files. Additionally, it can monitor for malware and phishing using Google Safe Browsing. Comprehensive documentation and community support are available, with active development and bug fixing managed on GitHub. Contributions from users are welcome, particularly in bug reporting and translation efforts.

Automated Daily Scans

  • Performs automated daily scans of theme files.
  • Sends notifications to a configured email address if suspicious code is detected.
  • Allows for quick awareness and immediate action if the site is compromised.

Manual Scans and False Positive Marking

  • Enables manual scans for suspicious code in theme files.
  • Provides an option to mark detected cases as false positives.

Checksum Verification

  • Verifies the integrity of WordPress Core files using checksums.
  • Helps ensure that core files have not been tampered with.

Google Safe Browsing Integration

  • Optional feature for monitoring malware and phishing threats.
  • Uses Google Safe Browsing to enhance site security.

Rating and reviews

4.2

Rating summary

22

Reviews

30K

Active installations

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User sentiment analysis

Users generally appreciate the WordPress plugin for its reliability in detecting and fixing malware issues, and many highlight its smooth operation. They find the plugin easy to use, efficient, and resource-friendly. The free service and prompt support from the developer, Sergej Müller, are also highly valued. However, users have reported significant drawbacks, such as a bug that causes multiple warnings to close at once, leading to repeated scans. Some have experienced miscommunication with the virus detection, poor customer support, and catastrophic site crashes after upgrading to the pro version. Furthermore, there are serious accusations of the plugin installing backdoor malware and causing significant security issues.
ilijagl

ilijagl

17 Nov, 2023

There is a bug in the new version. If the warnings are in a row, then when you press DIsmiss, they all close and you have to start scanning again
almma

almma

19 Aug, 2020

Testing it. Until the moment is running smooth.
raulmuroc

raulmuroc

17 Aug, 2020

Excellent Antivirus WordPress plugin. And it’s 100% free!
nhantam

nhantam

28 Aug, 2018

Scan malware theme good, but Could you develope scan all folder ?
JustNec

JustNec

23 Aug, 2015

Your plugin lifts a traffic of my site to heavens…

FAQ

What does the AntiVirus plugin do?

How does AntiVirus notify me of suspicious code?

Can I perform manual scans with AntiVirus?

What happens if my WordPress site gets hacked?

Does AntiVirus verify WordPress Core files?

Does AntiVirus support Google Safe Browsing?

Where can I find documentation for AntiVirus?

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How can I contribute to the development of AntiVirus?

Can I help translate the AntiVirus plugin?