Definitions[]
A virus signature is
| “ | an algorithm or hash that uniquely identifies a specific virus. A virus signature is like a fingerprint in that it can be used to detect and identify specific viruses. Anti-virus software uses the virus signature to scan for the presence of malicious code.[1] | ” |
| “ | [a]lterations to files or applications indicating the presence of a virus, detectable by virus scanning software.[2] | ” |
References[]
- ↑ Home Computer Security - Glossary (full-text).
- ↑ Practices for Securing Critical Information Assets, Glossary, at 59.