What Happens After the Discontinuation of VirusBlockAda and NanoAV Support for Windows and Linux?
OPSWAT remains committed to providing the most comprehensive and cutting-edge threat detection capabilities within MetaDefender Core. We continuously evaluate and optimize our engine portfolio in Metascan to ensure optimal coverage and performance for our valued users.
What is changing?
Metadefender Core:
- Windows 20 Engines: VirusBlockAda will be replaced with CMC and NanoAv will be replaced by Bkav Pro
- Windows 16 Engines: VirusBlockAda will be replaced with CMC and NanoAv will be replaced by Bkav Pro
- No immediate replacements are available for: Linux and Windows Max package
Action Required
Choice of Engine Replacement:
- If you are using one of the packages mentioned above, you do not need to take any action, VirusBlockAda and NanoAV will be automatically replaced by the replacement engines on January 1, 2026.
- If you have NANOAV as a custom engine in your Linux bundle, please contact your OPSWAT sales representative or our dedicated Support team for personalized guidance and assistance. You may choose any engine from the custom engine list to replace NanoAV in your custom Linux engine package.
Activating new license
- Online deployments: To receive the latest updates regarding this change, please reactivate your Metadefender Core license by navigating to 'Settings' > 'License', then select 'Deactivate' followed by 'Activate'.
- Offline deployments: To receive the latest update regarding this change, please contact your OPSWAT sales representative or our dedicated Support team to receive the new license key and activate the license.
What is the Timeline?
Effective January 1, 2026, we have ceased offering the VirusBlockAda and NanoAV anti-malware engine for both Windows and Linux platforms and have also stopped including it in our bundles. After this date, VirusBlockAda and NanoAV will be automatically replaced with the aforementioned engine replacement. If you wish to receive the replacement earlier, please contact your sales representative or OPSWAT Support.
What is the Next Step?
OPSWAT is committed to providing top-tier threat detection solutions. We will keep assessing and incorporating leading anti-malware engines into Metadefender Core to boost its Multiscanning capabilities and safeguard your critical infrastructure.
OPSWAT will no longer provide any support or information regarding VirusBlockAda and NanoAV.
If Further Assistance is required, please proceed to create a support case or chat with our support engineer.
