Can my OpenVMS system become infected with a virus?
There are currently no known viruses which infect OpenVMS systems. However, it is often useful for an OpenVMS system to scan files for viruses which infect other operating systems.
This could be the case when an OpenVMS system is used
- As a file server for Windows computers and Macs (e.g. Pathworks/Advanced Server).
- To provide an ALL-IN-1 file cabinet.
- For processing email with attachments (e.g. PMDF).
In addition, Sophos
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- Article ID: 10156
- Created: 16 Dec 2003
- Last updated: 12 Mar 2004
