Virus signature file: A file that contains the definitions and characteristics of known viruses, used by antivirus software to identify and block viruses. Virus signature files are used to protect computers and networks from virus attacks. Examples of virus signature files include virus definition files and virus pattern files.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D2: Cloud Data Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D7: Systems and Application Security
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