Why does ClamAV show "permanently failed" after enabling the daemon log file?
After enabling the ClamAV daemon log file, you may encounter the error message: Permanently failed
This error occurs because no valid path for the log file has been specified.
This is intended behavior. The ClamAV engine requires a valid path for the daemon log file to function correctly. Without it, the daemon cannot initialize properly.
Steps to Resolve
- Specify the Destination Path and Log File Name Select a destination path and specify a file name for the ClamAV daemon log file.
Example: C:\Users\user.name\Desktop\AV\clamav.log
- Update Configuration Navigate to MetaDefender Core > ClamAV > Configuration and update the Path of the ClamAV daemon log file with the chosen path and file name.
- Re-enable the ClamAV Engine After saving the changes, disable the ClamAV engine and then re-enable it. This forces the daemon to reinitialize with the updated configuration.
| Log File | Description |
|---|---|
| oms_clamav.log | Located at C:\Program Files\OPSWAT\MetaDefender Core\data\logs\oms_clamav. This log file is specific to the MetaDefender Core integration and provides logs for integration-related activities. |
| Daemon Log File | The ClamAV daemon’s own log file, offering detailed information for debugging ClamAV-specific issues. |
The daemon log file is particularly useful for troubleshooting issues specific to the ClamAV engine, while the oms_clamav.log focuses on MetaDefender Core’s operations.
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