EP2447876A3

System and method for server-based antivirus scan of data downloaded from a network

Abstract

Aspect of the invention are directed to antivirus scanning, by a proxy server, of data downloaded from the network onto a PC workstation. The antivirus scanning is optimized for each scan by selecting an algorithm for that scan based on a determined overall likelihood that the downloaded data contains malicious code. Determination of the overall likelihood is augmented by the strength, or confidence, of statistical data relating to malware screening of results of previous downloads having similar parameters to the instant download.

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Term

4.8 yearsto projected expiry

Projected expiry 20 July 2031, counted from filing; an application has no term until it is granted.

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