Anti-Virus (Scanner)

Anti-Virus (Scanner) detects and neutralizes threats, adware, and apps that intruders may use to harm your device or exploit your personal data.

The component is called Scanner in the free version of the app. It is called Anti-Virus in the premium version.

Scanner performs the following functions:

Scan. The app scans the entire file system, only installed apps, or a selected file or folder.
Update. The app downloads updated anti-virus databases used to detect threats. Update ensures your device has the latest protection.
Quarantine. The app moves files detected while scanning to Quarantine. In Quarantine, the app stores files in a compressed format so they cannot harm the device.

Anti-Virus includes all Scanner functions and provides automatic device protection (Real-time Protection). Anti-virus databases and the Kaspersky Security Network cloud service are used to provide automatic protection.

If an app that collects and sends information is installed on your device, Kaspersky Internet Security may classify it as malware.