clamxav ☆
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Description:
Anti-virus and malware scanner
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.10,11436@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: antivirus security malware macos clamav
Install: brew install --cask clamxav
About:
ClamXAV is a graphical anti-virus solution for macOS based on the open-source ClamAV engine. It provides on-demand and scheduled scanning to detect malware, trojans, and viruses on Apple computers. The tool offers a straightforward interface for managing scans and quarantine, making it accessible for both novice and advanced users.
Key Features:
  • On-demand and scheduled file system scanning
  • Graphical user interface for quarantine and threat management
  • Based on the ClamAV open-source engine
  • Real-time protection (on-demand scanning primarily)
Use Cases:
  • Scanning macOS systems for known malware and viruses
  • Verifying files and downloads for potential threats
Alternatives:
  • Malwarebytes – Malwarebytes offers broader real-time protection and remediation features, whereas ClamXAV is a simpler, signature-based scanner.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Mar 30, 2026 12:53pm 3.10,11436 0 VERSION_BUMP 36599994
Jan 13, 2026 6:50pm 3.9.2,11297 0 VERSION_BUMP 5e003c99
Aug 6, 2025 6:56pm 3.9.1,11136 0 VERSION_BUMP 7a41ee96
Aug 7, 2024 7:41pm 3.7,10564 0 VERSION_BUMP 0b9df70a
Jan 19, 2024 9:28am 3.6.2,10240 0 VERSION_BUMP 81d0ad9e
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