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Avast Security
avast-security · v15.8.0
2
5.5
Antivirus software
brew install --cask avast-security 24
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Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Avast Security is a widely recognized antivirus software designed to protect against malware and online threats. Despite its popularity, it has faced criticism over privacy concerns and data handling practices.
Scans and removes malware and malicious software from your system.
Maturity: Established project with a long history, but recent concerns about data practices have been raised.
Community: Community sentiment is mixed, with several mentions on Hacker News highlighting privacy issues and data leaks. No discussion found on Reddit.
Pros
- + Provides essential protection against malware and online threats
- + User-friendly interface for managing security settings
- + Offers a free version with basic protection features
Cons
- - Privacy concerns and data handling practices have been criticized
- - No auto-update feature, which may leave users vulnerable to new threats
Community Mentions
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