Access the Virus Scanner in cPanel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
To access the Virus Scanner in cPanel:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Log in to your cPanel account<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scroll down the dashboard and find the Advanced section<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Click on Virus Scanner<\/strong> to open the tool.
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<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\nOnce opened, you\u2019re ready to scan your hosting account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Start a New Scan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Follow these steps to initiate a scan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Select the part of your account you would like to scan:\n
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- Scan Entire Home Directory:<\/strong> Examines all of the files and folders in your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scan Mail: <\/strong>Scans all e-mail accounts for infected attachments or messages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scan Public FTP Space:<\/strong> Reviews files in your FTP-accessible directories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scan Public Web Space: <\/strong>This checks the public_html folder for website files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- After selecting the scan type, click the Scan Now<\/strong> button to initiate the process.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Wait for the scan to complete. Monitor the progress via the status updates and progress bar.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- After the process is complete, you will be given a report of the results, showing the list of infected files. The report will also suggest some actions for each infected file, recommending: Quarantine, Destroy, or Ignore<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Note:<\/strong> For larger hosting accounts containing a lot of files or data, it can take several minutes and even longer for the scan to finish. Be patient and avoid closing your cPanel session while it is working..<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Understanding the Scan Results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A detailed summary will appear once the scan is complete. The report typically includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Files:<\/strong> The total number of files scanned within your hosting account, indicating how many files were checked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Data:<\/strong> The total size of all files scanned, measured in MB. This information helps you track changes if you run scans regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- No Infected Files Found:<\/strong> If the scan doesn’t detect any infected files, then the report will include that all scanned files are clean — no virus found. That guarantees that your hosting account is currently free from malware.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Infected or Suspicious Files:<\/strong> In the event of detecting infected or suspicious files, the following actions can be performed:\n
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- Quarantine:<\/strong> Moves the infected file to a secure location where it cannot execute, allowing you to review it later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Destroy:<\/strong> Permanently removes the infected file from your hosting account. This is the safest option if the file is either unnecessary or non-essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ignore<\/strong> (with caution): Leaves the file alone without any modification. Use this only if you are sure that the file is safe, otherwise it will remain infected.
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Check the appropriate option for each infected file, then click Process Cleanup<\/strong> to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Best Practices for a Secure Hosting Environment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep your site clean and safe by pairing the Virus Scanner with sound security practices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Perform Virus scans<\/strong> on your hosting account to keep it secure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Back up your website<\/strong> before removing or modifying files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Keep your CMS, plugins, and scripts updated<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Clean up your account by deleting unused or outdated files<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Monitor email accounts<\/strong> for suspicious messages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Use strong login credentials<\/strong> for all hosting-related access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
A consistent routine reduces the possibility of reinfection, provides your website with long-term stability, and is essential for a safe and secure hosting environment. If you maintain a scanning rhythm together with good security practices, you can enjoy a clean, secure, and stable website<\/strong> with minimal potential threats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Back up your website<\/strong> before removing or modifying files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Destroy:<\/strong> Permanently removes the infected file from your hosting account. This is the safest option if the file is either unnecessary or non-essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Data:<\/strong> The total size of all files scanned, measured in MB. This information helps you track changes if you run scans regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scan Mail: <\/strong>Scans all e-mail accounts for infected attachments or messages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scan Entire Home Directory:<\/strong> Examines all of the files and folders in your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scroll down the dashboard and find the Advanced section<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n