Ikarus T3 Commandline Scanner is a free software for Windows that operates via command line, allowing users to check and remove malware in a practical and efficient manner. It uses the renowned IKARUS antivirus engine to identify threats, being a tool aimed at users familiar with console interfaces.
Unlike traditional antivirus solutions, the T3 Commandline Scanner does not offer real-time protection, functioning as a complementary solution to scan specific files, folders, or drives and eliminate already present infections. Its portability is a highlight: it requires no installation, just unzip the downloaded file and run it via Command Prompt. To function, it is necessary to separately download the virus definitions (t3sigs.vdb) and place them in the same folder as the executable, ensuring that the signatures are always updated to detect the latest threats.
Among its features, the program allows users to customize scans with options such as excluding subdirectories (-nosubdirs), disabling scanning of compressed files (-noarchives), setting a time limit for scanning files (-timeout), and generating detailed logs (-logfile).
By default, it operates in simulation mode, requiring the -n parameter for actual actions against malware. It is lightweight, with low resource consumption, and can be integrated into the Windows context menu for easy file or folder verification with a right-click.
Perfect for checking download folders or systems that do not support real-time protection, such as control machines or testing environments, the T3 Commandline Scanner is a reliable tool for those seeking a practical and results-focused security solution.
Version: 6.04.03
Size: 18.26 MB
License: Free
Language: English
Platform: Windows
File Type: EXE
SHA-256: 7cae92cf844b80626815c7930879ed3c881539b24875aae93f595493dba14a23
Developer: Ikarus Software
Category: System/Antivirus
Last Update: 04/17/2025