Technology · Cybersecurity · published 2026-08-26 · via ZDNET

ClamUI delivers a sleek, free interface for ClamAV virus scanning on Linux

ClamUI is a free, open-source graphical front-end for the ClamAV antivirus engine, offering a modern alternative to the dated ClamTK interface. It supports profile-based scans, quick access to logs, and one-click EICAR test files to verify protection. Installation is straightforward via Flatpak, making it accessible across most Linux distributions.

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ClamUI serves as a graphical layer over the ClamAV engine, which remains command-line based. The interface includes a database update feature requiring user authentication, plus scan profiles targeting directories like the home folder. A notable inclusion is the EICAR test, using harmless sample files to confirm detection works. Installation relies on Flatpak, and users must separately install ClamAV through their distribution's package manager, with commands varying across Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch.

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