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Introduction To Comodo Internet Security > Special Features
  • Introduction To Comodo Internet Security
    • Special Features
    • System Requirements
    • Installation
      • CIS Premium – Installation
      • CIS Pro - Installation And Activation
      • CIS Complete - Installation And Activation
      • Activating CIS Pro/Complete Services After Installation
        • Activating Your License
        • Activating Your Guarantee Coverage
        • Renewal Of Your License
    • Starting Comodo Internet Security
    • The Main Interface
      • The Home Screen
      • The Tasks Interface
      • The Widget
      • The System Tray Icon
    • Understanding Security Alerts
  • General Tasks – Introduction
    • Scan And Clean Your Computer
      • Run A Quick Scan
      • Run A Full Computer Scan
      • Run A Rating Scan
      • Run A Custom Scan
        • Scan A Folder
        • Scan A File
        • Create, Schedule And Run A Custom Scan
    • Instantly Scan Files And Folders
    • Processing Infected Files
    • Manage Virus Database And Program Updates
    • Manage Quarantined Items
    • View CIS Logs
      • Antivirus Logs
        • Filtering Antivirus Logs
      • Firewall Logs
        • Filtering Firewall Logs
      • Defense+ Logs
        • Filtering Defense+ Logs
      • Website Filtering Logs
        • Filtering Website Filtering Logs
      • Alerts Logs
        • Filtering Alerts Displayed Logs
      • Tasks
        • Filtering Tasks Launched Logs
      • Configuration Changes
        • Filtering Configuration Changes Logs
    • Get Live Support
    • View Active Internet Connections
    • View Active Process List
  • Firewall Tasks – Introduction
    • Allow Or Block Internet Access To Applications Selectively
    • Stealth Your Computer Ports
    • Manage Network Connections
    • Stop All Network Activities
    • Advanced Firewall Settings
  • Sandbox Tasks – Introduction
    • The Virtual Desktop
      • Starting The Virtual Desktop
      • The Main Interface
      • Running Browsers Inside The Virtual Desktop
      • Opening Files And Running Applications Inside The Virtual Desktop
      • Configuring The Virtual Desktop
      • Closing The Virtual Desktop
    • Run An Application In The Sandbox
    • Configure The Sandbox
    • Reset The Sandbox
  • Advanced Tasks – Introduction
    • Create A Rescue Disk
      • Downloading And Burning Comodo Rescue Disk
    • Remove Deeply Hidden Malware
    • Submit Files
    • Identify And Kill Unsafe Running Processes
    • Manage CIS Tasks
  • Advanced Settings
    • General Settings
      • Customize User Interface
      • Configure Program And Virus Database Updates
      • Log Settings
      • Manage CIS Configurations
        • Comodo Preset Configurations
        • Importing/Exporting And Managing Personal Configurations
    • Security Settings
      • Antivirus Settings
        • Real-time Scanner Settings
        • Scan Profiles
        • Exclusions
      • Defense+ Settings
        • HIPS Behavior Settings
        • Active HIPS Rules
        • HIPS Rule Sets
        • Protected Objects
          • Protected Files
          • Blocked Files
          • Protected Registry Keys
          • Protected COM Interfaces
          • Protected Data Folders
        • Behavior Blocker
          • The Sandbox - An Overview
            • Unknown Files - The Auto - Sandboxing And Scanning Processes
        • Configure The Sandbox
      • Firewall Settings
        • Firewall Behavior Settings
        • Application Rules
        • Global Rules
        • Firewall Rule Sets
        • Network Zones
          • Network Zones
          • Blocked Zones
        • Port Sets
        • Website Filtering
          • Creating And Modifying Website Filtering Rules
          • Defining And Modifying Website Categories
      • Manage File Rating
        • File Rating Settings
        • Trusted Files
        • Unrecognized Files
        • Submitted Files
        • Trusted Vendors List
  • Comodo GeekBuddy
    • Overview Of Services
    • Activation Of Service
    • Launching The Client And Using The Service
    • Accepting Remote Desktop Requests
    • Chat History
    • Using Issue Tracker
    • Uninstalling Comodo GeekBuddy
  • TrustConnect Overview
    • Microsoft Windows - Configuration And Connection
    • Mac OS X - Configuration And Connection
    • Linux / Open VPN - Configuration And Connection
    • Apple IPhone / IPod Touch - Configuration And Connection
    • Android Devices - Configuration And Connection
    • Windows Mobile Devices - Configuration And Connection
    • TrustConnect FAQ
  • Comodo Dragon
  • Comodo BackUp
  • Appendix 1 CIS How To... Tutorials
    • Enable / Disable Security Components Easily
    • Set Up The Firewall For Maximum Security And Usability
    • Block Internet Access While Allowing Local Area Network (LAN) Access
    • Block/allow Websites Selectively To Users Of Your Computer
    • Set Up The HIPS For Maximum Security And Usability
    • Set Up The Behavior Blocker For Maximum Security And Usability
    • Password Protect Your CIS Settings
    • Reset Forgotten Password (Advanced)
    • Run An Instant Antivirus Scan On Selected Items
    • Create An Antivirus Scanning Schedule
    • Run Untrusted Programs Inside Sandbox
    • Run Browsers Inside Sandbox
    • Run Untrusted Programs Inside Virtual Desktop
    • Run Browsers Inside The Virtual Desktop
    • Restore Incorrectly Quarantined Item(s)
    • Submit Quarantined Items To Comodo For Analysis
    • Enable File Sharing Applications Like BitTorrent And Emule
    • Block Any Downloads Of A Specific File Type
    • Disable Behavior Blocker And Auto-Sandboxing On A Per-application Basis
    • Enabling Full Virtualization For Auto-Sandboxed Applications
    • Switch Between Complete CIS Suite And Individual Components (just AV Or FW)
    • Switch Off Automatic Antivirus And Software Updates
    • Suppress CIS Alerts Temporarily While Playing Games
    • Renewal Or Upgrading Your License
    • How To Use CIS Protocol Handlers
  • Appendix 2 - Comodo Secure DNS Service
    • Router - Manually Enabling Or Disabling Comodo Secure DNS Service
    • Windows XP - Manually Enabling Or Disabling Comodo Secure DNS Service
    • Windows 7 / Vista - Manually Enabling Or Disabling Comodo Secure DNS Service
  • Appendix 3 - Glossary Of Terms
  • Appendix 4 - CIS Versions
  • About Comodo Security Solutions

Special Features


Behavior Blocker

  • Authenticates the integrity of every program before allowing it to load into your computer's memory;
  • Performs Cloud Based Behavior Analysis for immediate identification of Malware;
  • Alerts you every time an unknown or untrusted applications attempts to run or install;
  • Blocks Viruses, Trojans and Spy-ware before they can ever get onto your system;
  • Detects suspicious actions actions taken by processes all allows you to undo them;
  • Includes auto-sandbox feature to completely isolate untrusted files from the rest of your computer

Host Intrusion Prevention System

  • Virtually Bulletproof protection against root-kits, inter-process memory injections, key-loggers and more
  • Monitors the activities of all applications and processes on your computer and allows executables and processes to run if they comply with the prevailing security rules
  • Identifies suspicious actions taken by processes running on your computer and generates alerts, enabling you to quickly revert the effects of malicious actions that may compromise your security and privacy
    • Blocks the activities of malicious programs by halting any action that could cause damage to your operating system, system-memory, registry keys or personal data.
    • Enables advanced users to enhance their security measures by quickly creating custom policies and rulesets using the powerful rules interface.

    Virtual Desktop

     

    An innovative sandboxed environment to run programs and browse the Internet isolated from your real computer. Applications and browsers running inside the virtual desktop leave no cookies or history behind on your real system, making it an extremely secure environment for Internet banking and online shopping.

    • Prevents malicious websites from installing viruses malware, rootkits and spyware onto your computer and provides protection against hacking
    • Features a virtual keyboard that allows you to securely enter user-names, credit card numbers and passwords without fear of key-logging software recording your physical keystrokes
    • Enables advanced users to run beta-software in an environment that will not upset the stability or file structure of their production systems

    Advanced Network Firewall Engine


    The Firewall component of Comodo Internet Security offers the highest levels of perimeter security against inbound and outbound threats - meaning you get the strongest possible protection against hackers, malware and identity thieves. Now we've improved it again by adding new features like,

    • Stealth Mode to make your PC completely invisible to opportunistic port scans;
    • Wizard based auto-detection of trusted zones;
    • Predefined Firewall policies allow you to quickly implement security rules;
    • Diagnostics to analyze your system for potential conflicts with the firewall and much more.
    • Website Filtering enables you to set up user based access restriction to specific websites.

      Comprehensive Antivirus Protection

      • Detects and eliminates viruses from desktops, laptops and network workstations;
      • Performs Cloud based Antivirus Scanning;
      • Employs heuristic techniques to identify previously unknown viruses and Trojans;
      • Scans even Windows Registry and System Files for possible spyware infection and cleans them;
      • Constantly protects with real-time, On-Access scanning;
      • Comodo AV shows the percentage of the completed scanning;
      • Rootkit scanner detects and identifies hidden malicious files and registry keys stored by rootkits;
      • Highly configurable On-Demand scanner allows you to run instant checks on any file, folder or drive;
      • Comodo AV realtime scanning performance in Stateful mode;
      • Seamless integration into the Windows operating system allows scanning specific objects 'on the fly';
      • Daily, automatic updates of virus definitions;
      • Isolates suspicious files in quarantine preventing further infection;
      • Built in scheduler allows you to run scans at a time that suits you;
      • Simple to use - install it and forget it - Comodo AV protects you in the background.

      Intuitive Graphical User Interface

      • Advanced and Compact View summary screens gives an at-a-glance snapshot of your security settings;
      • Easy and quick navigation between each module of the firewall, Antivirus and Defense+;
      • Simple point and click configuration - no steep learning curves;
      • New completely redesigned security rules interface - you can quickly set granular access rights and privileges on a global or per application. The firewall also contains preset policies and wizards that help simplify the rule setting process.


      Comodo GeekBuddy (Pro, Complete versions only)


      CIS Pro and Complete customers receive Comodo GeekBuddy - Live expert remote support for virtually all personal computer issues. Pro and Complete users benefit from the convenience of having a computer security expert on tap 24/7 to help them fix problems right in front of their eyes.


      The services include:

      • Virus & Malware Removal
      • Internet and Online Identity Security
      • Printer or Email Account Setup
      • Software Activation
      • General PC Troubleshooting
      • Computer Power Setting Optimization
      • Comodo Software Installation and Set up
      • Comodo Account Questions

      Please visit http://www.geekbuddy.com/for full product details.


      Note: To use the GeekBuddy service on a continuous basis, you have to purchase the product at http://www.geekbuddy.com/, register and activate your account.


      Comodo TrustConnect


      Included with a Complete subscription, Comodo TrustConnect is a fast, secure Internet proxy service that makes surfing the web safe -

      • At Coffeeshops, Hotels and Airports;
      • At any other public Wi-Fi location;
      • At your home location;
      • For Enterprises with remote workers and road-warriors that need secure access to internal networks.

       

      Comodo Backup



      CIS Complete customers receive Comodo Backup - powerful and easy to use desktop application that helps home and business users protect their valuable data against damage or loss.

      • Quickly create backups of your priceless data to a wide range of storage media.

      • 50 GB of highly secure online storage space that allows you to access your files from anywhere.

      • Step-by-step wizards allow you to create your first backup within minutes.

      • Flexible storage options allow you to specify full, incremental or differential backups.

      • Granular scheduling options to take automatic backups at a time that suits you.

      • Quick recovery of files with a few clicks of the mouse.

      • Powerful encryption options to protect your files so that it cannot be accessed by anyone but you.

      Comodo Dragon


      Fast and versatile Internet Browser based on Chromium, infused with Comodo's unparalleled level of Security.

      • Improved Privacy over Chromium
      • Easy SSL Certificate Identification
      • Fast Website Access
      • Greater Stability and Less Memory Bloat
      • Incognito Mode Stops Cookies, Improves Privacy
      • Very easy to switch from your Browser to the Dragon

       

      Comodo Internet Security - Extended Features


      Highly Configurable Security Rules Interface

       

      Comodo Internet Security offers more control over security settings than ever before. Users can quickly set granular Internet access rights and privileges on a global or per application basis using the flexible and easy to understand GUI. This version also sees the introduction of preset security policies which allow you to deploy a sophisticated hierarchy of firewall rules with a couple of mouse clicks.

       

      Application Behavior Analysis

       

      Comodo Internet Security features an advanced protocol driver level protection - essential for the defense of your PC against Trojans that run their own protocol drivers.

       

      Cloud Based Behavior Analysis

       

      Comodo Internet Security features cloud based analysis of unrecognized files, in which any file that is not recognized and not in Comodo's white-list will be sent to Comodo Instant Malware Analysis (CIMA) server for behavior analysis. Each file is executed in a virtual environment on Comodo servers and tested to determine whether it contains any malicious code. The results will be sent back to your computer in around 15 minutes.


      Viruscope


      The innovative Viruscope feature monitors the activities of all processes running on your system and generates alerts if any suspicious activities are identified. Apart from forming yet another layer of malware detection and prevention, the sub-system represents a valuable addition to the core process-monitoring functionality of the Behavior Blocker by introducing the ability to reverse potentially undesirable actions of software without necessarily blocking the software entirely. This feature can provide you with more granular control over otherwise legitimate software which requires certain actions to be implemented in order to run correctly.


      Website Filtering


      Comodo Internet Security enables you to configure  rules to allow or block access to specific websites. Rules can be created for particular users of your computer, which makes this feature very useful for both home and work environments. For example, parents can block juvenile users from visiting inappropriate websites while companies can prevent employees from visiting social networking sites during working hours.

       

      Event logging

       

      Comodo Internet Security features a vastly improved log management module - allowing users to export records of Antivirus, Firewall and Defense+ activities according to several user-defined filters. Beginners and advanced users alike are greatly benefited from this essential troubleshooting feature.

       

      Memory Firewall Integration

       

      Comodo Internet Security now includes the buffer-overflow protection original featured in Comodo Memory Firewall.  This provides protection against drive-by-downloads, data theft, computer crashes and system damage.

       

      'Training Mode' and 'Clean PC' Mode

       

      These modes enable the firewall and host intrusion prevention systems to automatically create 'allow' rules for new components of applications you have decided to trust, so you won't receive pointless alerts for those programs you trust. The firewall learns how they work and only warn you when it detects truly suspicious behavior.

       

      Application Recognition Database (Extensive and proprietary application safe list)

       

      The Firewall includes an extensive white-list of safe executables called the 'Comodo Safe-List Database'. This database checks the integrity of every executable and the Firewall alerts you of potentially damaging applications before they are installed. This level of protection is new because traditionally firewalls only detect harmful applications from a blacklist of known malware - often-missing new forms of malware as might be launched in day zero attacks.


      The Firewall is continually updated and currently over 1,000,000 applications are in Comodo Safe list, representing virtually one of the largest safe lists within the security industry.

       

      Self Protection against Critical Process Termination

       

      Viruses and Trojans often try to disable your computer's security applications so that they can operate without detection. CIS protects its own registry entries, system files and processes so malware can never shut it down or sabotage the installation.

       

      Sandboxing as a security feature


      Comodo Internet Security's new 'Virtual Desktop' is an isolated operating environment for unknown and untrusted applications. Because they are virtualized, applications running in the sandbox cannot make permanent changes to other processes, programs or data on your 'real' system. Comodo have also integrated auto-sandboxing directly into the security architecture of CIS to complement and strengthen the Firewall, Defense+ and Antivirus modules.

       

      Submit Suspicious Files to Comodo

       

      Are you the first victim of a brand new type of spyware? Users can help combat zero-hour threats by using the built in submit feature to send files to Comodo for analysis. Comodo then analyzes the files for any potential threats and update our database for all users.

       

      Enhanced Browser Privacy


      PrivDog, a new browser extension that can be installed with CIS, improves your online privacy by detecting and blocking any 3rd party trackers or ad networks that are monitoring your activity while on a website. Supported browsers include Comodo Dragon, Comodo Ice Dragon, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.

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