KDZ files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Kaspersky Virus Bases File
A KDZ file contains device-specific firmware for an LG phone. It is used to update an LG phone or restore it. KDZ files are named using the model number, operating system identifier, and release date....
General Information
| Title | KDZ File Extension |
| Extension | .kdz |
| Full Form | Kaspersky Virus Bases File |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Kaspersky Lab |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store virus definitions |
| Additional Functions | Update antivirus database |
| Features | Encrypted, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Antivirus Update | Yes |
| System Security | Yes |
| Malware Prevention | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Secure download |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies with updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .avc, .klq, .dat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Kaspersky Anti-Virus |
Paid, Trial | Windows, Mac |
| Kaspersky Internet Security |
Paid, Trial | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS |
| Kaspersky Total Security |
Paid, Trial | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS |
Type 2: LG Mobile Device Firmware
Files with .kdz extension are LG firmware updates used to upgrade OS on LG devices. Open .kdz files with KDZ Extractor. Firmware files usually cannot convert to other formats. LG names .kdz files co...
General Information
| Title | KDZ File Extension |
| Extension | .kdz |
| Full Form | Korea Download File |
| File Type | Firmware File |
| Developer | LG Electronics |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Firmware update |
| Additional Functions | Device restoration |
| Features | Encapsulated data, Flashable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Device Firmware | Yes |
| Software Repair | Yes |
| System Update | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Firmware tampering |
| Best Practices | Official sources, MD5 check |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Circa LG smartphones |
| Latest Version | Varies by device |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .tot, .dz |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 LGUP Tool |
Free | Windows |
 LG Flash Tool |
Free | Windows |