Method and system for detecting malware using a remote server

Details Method and system for detecting malware using a remote server Method and system for detecting malware using a remote server

2011-05-17

2011-05-17

Moazzami, Nasser (Department: 2436)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: support

Computer virus detection by cryptography

C726S023000, C726S024000

Reexamination Certificate

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07945787

ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure is directed to a method and system for detecting malware using a remote server. In accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure a hash value for a file is generated. The hash value is transmitted to a remote server. A notification is received from the remote server indicating whether the file comprises malware. At least one operation on the file is prevented if the notification indicates the file comprises malware.

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