ImunifyAV is a powerful antivirus and anti-malware solution that can be added to your WHM/cPanel server to enhance its security. This guide will walk you through the process of installing ImunifyAV for free and using it to scan your entire server for malware using the Security Advisor in WHM/cPanel.
Step 1: Access the Security Advisor
Log into your WHM account and navigate to the “Security Advisor” under the “Security Center” section. The Security Advisor is a tool that provides you with a security report of your server and offers suggestions for improving its security.
Step 2: Install ImunifyAV
In the Security Advisor interface, you should see a recommendation to install ImunifyAV if it’s not already installed on your server. Click on the “Install” button next to this recommendation to start the installation process. The installation will be handled automatically by WHM.
Step 3: Access ImunifyAV in WHM
Once ImunifyAV is installed, you can access it directly from your WHM control panel. To do this, navigate to the “Plugins” section in WHM. You should see ImunifyAV listed as an installed plugin.
Step 4: Start a Malware Scan
With ImunifyAV installed and accessible through WHM, you can now start a malware scan. In the ImunifyAV interface, click on the “Start a new scan” button. This will initiate a scan of your entire server for any signs of malware.
Step 5: Review and Clean Detected Malware
Once the scan is complete, ImunifyAV will provide a report of any detected malware. You can review this report and take action on each detected item. ImunifyAV provides options to clean or quarantine detected malware, helping you to secure your server.
Conclusion
ImunifyAV is a powerful tool for enhancing the security of your WHM/cPanel server. By following these steps, you can install ImunifyAV for free and use it to scan your server for malware. Remember, regular scans and prompt action on detected malware is key to maintaining a secure server environment.
