Core Concepts
Virus Plow is built on a layered, zero-trust security architecture designed to detect known and unknown threats across files, memory, and network activity.
Real-Time Shield
Blocks threats instantly during execution.
Heuristic Engine
Detects unknown malware patterns.
Memory Protection
Stops in-memory exploits.
Detection Pipeline
Signature Detection
Matches files against millions of known malware hashes and patterns.
Heuristic Analysis
Detects polymorphic and zero-day malware using behavior modeling.
Behavior Monitoring
Tracks runtime activity like file writes, registry edits, and process injection.
Cloud Intelligence
Optional API layer providing real-time threat intelligence updates.
Detection Methods Comparison
| Method | Detects Known | Detects Unknown | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature | ✔ | ✖ | Fast |
| Heuristic | ✔ | ✔ | Medium |
| Behavior | ✔ | ✔ | Slower |
CLI Example
vp scan suspicious.exe
vp monitor start
vp quarantine list
API Example
POST /api/v1/scan
{ "file": "base64data" }
⚠ Heuristic Detection
May flag unknown programs as suspicious. Review before deleting.
✔ Best Practice
Keep real-time protection enabled for maximum security.
Performance Metrics
50ms
Avg Scan Time
99.8%
Detection Rate
0.1%
False Positives
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