[Am-info] Is Anti-Virus Scanning Obsolete?

[Fred A. Miller]

Is Anti-Virus Scanning Obsolete?
by Paul Schmehl

The title and topic of this article is clearly controversial. It is
guaranteed to get a strong reaction from the anti-virus industry, which is
firmly convinced it sees clear sailing ahead. So, is anti-virus scanning
obsolete? In a word, yes - but don't throw out your scanner. Its
replacement hasn't been created yet. In this article we will examine the
weaknesses of virus scanning that will cause its eventual downfall.

http://online.securityfocus.com/infocus/1562

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