BitDefender tests anti-rootkit software

http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1895,1986065,00.asp
from WinCustomize Forums
It's nice to see companies are getting proactive about rootkits, but now we will have to have another piece of software on our PC's.

" BitDefender has joined a growing list of security vendors testing tools for rootkit detection and cleanup.

The anti-virus vendor, a division of Softwin based in Bucharest, Romania, on July 7 lifted the wraps off a new anti-rootkit utility that promises to spot and delete stealthy software programs that are used by malicious hackers to hide malware. "
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Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
This does not play well with Windowblinds. You will have to unload WB before scanning.

ObjectDock - Access shortcuts and frequently used applications from an animated dock.
Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top
If BitDefender keeps rootkits off my system I'm going to buy it pronto!!!

How are you getting rootkits on your system?
Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Tarkus, I believe Sony last year was surreptitiously placing root kits on your computer if you bought their DVD writers and accompanying software. I really don't know HOW MANY others are doing this but the drawback, as IsD pointed out, is you have to unstall WB before you scan.
Reply #5 from JoeUser Forums Top
So they just rewrite the rootkits. I am dubious as to how well this is going to work out.
Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top
So they just rewrite the rootkits. I am dubious as to how well this is going to work out.


And I would assume they would update the Rootkit Defender also. Just as any other AV product.

I also contacted them about having a problem with Windowblinds.
Reply #7 from Stardock Forums Top
well its the best Antivirus Security, its recommended by av-test.org and Pcworld

Plz if u have any further question about this antivirus or want to comment or anything, join their forum click here -> BitDefender Forum do not forgett the forumlink.

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