HawkEye is a high-performing open source Windows antivirus with a user-friendly GUI that integrates multiple scanning engines for comprehensive endpoint protection.
High-performing Windows antivirus built using Open Source Software
HawkEye is designed for Windows users seeking an easy-to-use antivirus solution that leverages open source tools for malware detection and system protection. It is ideal for individuals or organizations wanting to perform file, system, and runtime scans with automated process killing and quarantine management. Security enthusiasts and analysts can also use it for malware analysis and security automation.
This project is currently in BETA and may contain bugs; users should report issues on GitHub. VirusTotal API key is required for online file scanning. Some features like auto updater and scheduled scans are planned but not yet implemented. Running with appropriate permissions is recommended for full system and runtime scanning capabilities.
Download the latest release from the GitHub releases page: https://github.com/DivineSoftware/HawkEye/releases
Ensure Python is installed on the Windows system
Provide a VirusTotal API key for enhanced file scanning (optional)
Run the executable or launch the Python-based GUI application