Have you ever found malicious software on your linux system?

Originally Posted by FenderGuy ...and our guru Linux developers would allow this to happen?

Who did you think put ClamAV and rootkit detection tools in your REPOs for you to use?

When I scan something the wife wants who runs Windows from a online site.

I scan with clamav with latest definitions

/dev/mmcblk1p2
/dev/sda1

Kernel is lts. Nope still applies. Pretty much gnu/linux has been been bulletproof on this chromebook.

Originally Posted by FenderGuy ...and our guru Linux developers would allow this to happen?

How would they know what happens on your system. They are not looking over your shoulder.

Generally, Linux OS is free from viruses because only a few users work on Linux. So, the chances of hacking are less. Due to that, the user has forgotten about the Linux virus while installing or downloading software. But sometimes, it is possible that the virus entered your device. At that time, it is safe to install malicious software like ClamAV to save your device from malware attacks.

While it is true that Linux systems are generally considered to be more secure than other operating systems like Windows, it is still possible for Linux systems to be infected with malware. While there are fewer malware threats that specifically target Linux systems, they do exist, and it is important to take steps to protect your system.

Installing an antivirus software like ClamAV on your Linux system can be a good first step in protecting your system from malware. While ClamAV is primarily designed to scan for Windows malware, it can also detect and remove some Linux-specific malware.

As for studies on viral activity on Linux systems, there have been several over the years. One study conducted by Kaspersky Labs in 2015 found that the number of malware samples targeting Linux had increased significantly in recent years. However, the overall number of threats was still relatively low compared to other operating systems.

In conclusion, while Linux systems are generally considered to be more secure than other operating systems, it is still important to take steps to protect your system from malware. Installing an antivirus software like ClamAV can be a good first step, but it is also important to practice safe browsing habits and keep your system up to date with the latest security patches.