ClamAV is an open source (GPL) antivirus engine designed for detecting Trojans, viruses, malware and other malicious threats.
# apt-get install clamAV
Update virus databases:
# freshclam
Scan files and directories for viruses
# clamscan <dir>
Example:
# clamscan -r /
<snipit>
/bin/run-parts: OK
/bin/netcat: Symbolic link
/bin/nisdomainname: OK
.....
For automated use install the package clamav-daemon:
# apt-get install clamav-daemon
Check Status:
# service clamav-daemon status
* clamd is running