Banned Russian antivirus maker Kaspersky rolls out new products — basic plan for Linux starts at $59.99 a year

Kaspersky, despite being banned in the U.S., has launched new antivirus products for Linux, with prices starting at $59.99 a year. The company aims to target Linux home users globally, recognizing the increasing threats to Linux systems. Kaspersky offers tiered plans, including Standard, Plus, and Premium, with additional features like VPN and password manager. The Linux version supports various distributions and provides a 30-day free trial, but it does not meet GDPR compliance standards. The introduction of Kaspersky for Linux faces competition from free solutions like ClamAV within the Linux community.