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Introduction To Comodo Internet Security > Special Features
  • Introduction To Comodo Internet Security
    • Special Features
    • Download, Installation And Activation
    • Start Comodo Internet Security
    • The Main Interface
      • The Home Screen
      • The Tasks Interface
      • The Widget
      • The System Tray Icon
    • Understand 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
    • Secure Shopping Settings
    • Manage Virus Database And Program Updates
    • Get Live Support
    • Manage Blocked Items
    • Instantly Scan Files And Folders
    • Process Infected Files
  • Firewall Tasks - Introduction
    • Configure Internet Access Rights For Applications
    • Manage Network Connections
    • Stop All Network Activities
    • Stealth Your Computer Ports
    • View Active Internet Connections
  • Containment Tasks - Introduction
    • Run An Application In The Container
    • Reset The Container
    • Identify And Kill Unsafe Running Processes
    • View Active Process List
    • The Virtual Desktop
      • Start The Virtual Desktop
      • The Main Interface
      • Run Browsers Inside The Virtual Desktop
      • Open Files And Run Applications Inside The Virtual Desktop
      • Configure The Virtual Desktop
      • Close The Virtual Desktop
  • Advanced Tasks – Introduction
    • Create A Rescue Disk
      • Download And Burn Comodo Rescue Disk
    • Remove Deeply Hidden Malware
    • Manage CIS Tasks
    • Manage Quarantined Items
    • View CIS Logs
      • Antivirus Logs
      • VirusScope Logs
      • Firewall Logs
      • HIPS Logs
      • Containment Logs
      • Website Filtering Logs
      • Device Control Logs
      • Autorun Event Logs
      • Alerts Logs
      • CIS Tasks Logs
      • File List Changes Logs
      • Vendor List Changes Logs
      • Trusted Certificate Authority Change Logs
      • Configuration Change Logs
      • Secure Shopping Activity Logs
      • Search And Filter Logs
    • Submit Files For Analysis To Comodo
  • CIS Settings
    • General Settings
      • Customize User Interface
      • Configure Program And Virus Database Updates
      • Log Settings
      • Manage CIS Configurations
        • Comodo Preset Configurations
        • Personal Configurations
    • Antivirus Configurations
      • Real-time Scan Settings
      • Scan Profiles
    • Firewall Configuration
      • General Firewall Settings
      • Application Rules
      • Global Rules
      • Firewall Rule Sets
      • Network Zones
        • Network Zones
        • Blocked Zones
      • Port Sets
    • HIPS Configuration
      • HIPS Settings
      • Active HIPS Rules
      • HIPS Rule Sets
      • Protected Objects
        • Protected Files
        • Blocked Files
        • Protected Registry Keys
        • Protected COM Interfaces
        • Protected Data Files And Folders
      • HIPS Groups
        • Registry Groups
        • COM Groups
    • Containment Configuration
      • Containment Settings
      • Auto-Containment Rules
      • Containment - An Overview
      • Unknown Files - The Scanning Processes
    • File Rating Configuration
      • File Rating Settings
      • File Groups
      • Submitted Files
    • Advanced Protection Configuration
      • VirusScope Settings
      • Scan Exclusions
      • Device Control Settings
      • Script Analysis Settings
      • Miscellaneous Settings
      • Comodo Secure Shopping
    • Website Filtering Configuration
      • Website Filtering Rules
      • Website Categories
  • Comodo GeekBuddy
    • Download And Install GeekBuddy
    • Overview Of Services
    • Activation Of Service
    • Launch The Client And Use The Service
    • Accept Remote Desktop Requests
    • Uninstall Comodo GeekBuddy
  • TrustConnect Overview
  • Dragon Browser
  • Comodo Backup
  • Comodo Internet Security Essentials
    • What Is Comodo Internet Security Essentials
    • What Is A Man-in-the-middle Attack
    • How Does Comodo Internet Security Essentials Protect Me From A Man-in-the-middle Attack
    • What Is The Install Location Of Comodo Internet Security Essentials
    • How Do I Update CISE
    • Understand Alerts And Configure Exceptions
    • How Do I View CISE Help
    • How Do I View The Version Number And Release Notes
    • How Do I Remove Comodo Internet Security Essentials
  • Appendix 1 CIS How To... Tutorials
    • Enable / Disable AV, Firewall, Auto-Containment, VirusScope And Website Filter Easily
    • Set Up The Firewall For Maximum Security And Usability
    • Block Internet Access While Allowing Local Area Network (LAN) Access
    • Block/Allow Specific Websites To Specific Users
    • Set Up HIPS For Maximum Security And Usability
    • Create Rules To Auto-Contain Applications
    • Password Protect Your CIS Settings
    • Reset Forgotten Password (Advanced)
    • Run An Instant Antivirus Scan On Selected Items
    • Create An Antivirus Scan Schedule
    • Run Untrusted Programs In The Container
    • Run Browsers In The Container
    • Run Untrusted Programs In The Virtual Desktop
    • Run Browsers In The Virtual Desktop
    • Restore Incorrectly Blocked Items
    • Restore Incorrectly Quarantined Items
    • Submit Quarantined Items To Comodo For Analysis
    • Enable File Sharing Applications Like BitTorrent And Emule
    • Block Any Downloads Of A Specific File Type
    • 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
    • Renew Or Upgrade Your License
    • Use CIS Protocol Handlers
    • Configure Secure Shopping
    • Comodo Cloud Backup
    • Give Contained Applications Write Access To Local Folders
    • Use The Comodo Uninstaller Tool
  • Appendix 2 - Comodo Secure DNS Service
    • Router - Enable Comodo Secure DNS Service
    • Windows - Enable Comodo Secure DNS
  • Appendix 3 - Glossary Of Terms
  • Appendix 4 - CIS Versions
  • About Comodo Security Solutions

Special Features


Auto-Containment

  • Automatically runs unknown files inside a secure container which is isolated from the rest of your computer
  • Cloud based behavior analysis helps identify zero-day malware before traditional antivirus
  • Alerts you every time an unknown or untrusted application attempts to run or install
  • Prevents unauthorized modification of critical operating system files and registry entries
    VirusScope
      • Monitors the activities of processes running on your computer and alerts you if their actions could potentially threaten your privacy and/or security
      • Ability to reverse potentially undesirable actions of software without necessarily blocking the software entirely
        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 isolated, environment in which to run programs and visit websites that you may not trust 100%.Applications and browsers running inside the virtual desktop leave no history and must write to a virtual file system and registry. This protects you because any activities that take place in the virtual desktop cannot access or cause harm to your real computer.
            • Prevents malicious websites from installing viruses malware, rootkits and spyware onto your real computer and provides protection against hacking
            • Features a virtual keyboard that allows you to securely enter user-names 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

            Secure Shopping


            Comodo Secure Shopping provides a security hardened browsing environment for your online banking and shopping activities. Browsers running in the secure environment are isolated from any potentially hostile processes running on your computer.
            • Hides sensitive online data from other processes running on your PC
            • Prevents key-loggers from recording your keystrokes
            • Warns you if there is a remote connection to your computer
            • Stops hackers and malware taking screenshots of your session
            • Detects fake SSL certificates to stop man-in-the-middle attacks

              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, TrustConnect is a fast, secure internet proxy service that makes surfing the web safe from public Wi-Fi. TrustConnect is suitable for:

                              • Coffeeshops, Hotels and Airports
                              • Any public Wi-Fi location
                              • At your home
                              • On the road. Businesses with remote workers that need secure access to internal networks.
                               

                              Comodo Backup


                              CIS Complete customers receive Comodo Cloud Backup -  powerful and easy to use 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
                              • Backup data from any source and recover to any destination or system
                              • 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.

                                Dragon Browser


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

                                • Improved Security and Privacy over Chromium
                                • Lightning Fast Page Load Times
                                • Instantly Scan Web pages for Malware with Web Inspector
                                • Built-in Media Downloader allows you to quickly save streaming videos
                                • Greater Stability and Less Memory Bloat
                                • Incognito Mode Stops Cookies, Improves Privacy
                                • Very easy to switch from your current browser to Dragon

                                 

                                Comodo Internet Security Essentials


                                Comodo Internet Security Essentials (CISE) protects you from man-in-the-middle attacks during online banking and shopping sessions by verifying that sites you connect to are using a trusted SSL certificate.

                                • CISE runs as a background process and alerts you if a site uses a potentially malicious certificate
                                • Option to disconnect or continue the connection
                                • Blocks man-in-the-middle attacks by verifying certificates against Comodo's trusted root certificate list
                                • Extremely useful if you are accessing sensitive websites while on public Wi-Fi


                                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.


                                VirusScope


                                The innovative VirusScope 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, HIPS and container activities according to several user-defined filters. Beginners and advanced users alike will benefit 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 'Paranoid' 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.

                                 

                                 

                                Containment 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 container cannot make permanent changes to other processes, programs or data on your 'real' system. Comodo have also integrated auto-containment directly into the security architecture of CIS to complement and strengthen the Firewall, HIPS 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.


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