McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 manual

McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8
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manualMcAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8
McAfee Agent Status Monitor Displays the McAfee Security Status Monitor dialog
box.
About Opens the About dialog box.

What to do first

When the software is installed, it uses the DAT files packaged with the product, which provide
general security for your environment. McAfee recommends you get the latest DAT files and
customize the configuration to meet your requirements before you deploy the product to client
systems.
Take these actions immediately after installing the product.
1 Set user interface security. Configure the display and password options to prevent users
from accessing specific components or the entire VirusScan Enterprise user interface. See

Controlling Access to the User Interface

for more information.
2 Update DAT files. Perform an Update Now task to ensure that you have the most current
DAT files. See

Updating detection definitions

for more information.
3 Prevent intrusions. Configure these features to prevent potential threats from accessing
your systems:
Access Protection. Configure access protection rules to prevent unwanted changes
to your computer and enable the option to prevent McAfee processes from being
terminated. See

Protecting your system access points

for more information.
Buffer Overflow Protection. Enable buffer overflow detection and specify exclusions.
See

Blocking buffer overflow exploits

for more information.
Unwanted Programs Policy. Configure the policy that the on-access, on-demand,
and email scanners use to detect potentially unwanted programs. Select unwanted
program categories to detect from a predefined list, then define additional programs to
detect or exclude. See

Restricting potentially unwanted programs

for more information.
4 Detect intrusions. Configure these features to detect potential threats on your systems,
then notify you and take action when detections occur:
AutoUpdate. Configure update tasks to get the most current DAT files, scanning engine,
and product upgrades. See

Updating detection definitions

for more information.
On-Access Scanner. Configure the scanner to detect and take action on potential
threats as the threats are accessed in your environment. Enable scanning of unwanted
programs and scan for cookies in the cookies folder. See

Scanning items on-access

for
more information.
On-Demand Scanner. Configure scan tasks to detect and take action on potential
threats in your environment. Enable scanning of unwanted programs and scan for
cookies in the cookies folder and potentially unwanted spyware-related registry entries
that were not previously cleaned. See

Scanning items on-demand

for more information.
Email Scanners. Configure the on-delivery and on-demand scanning of Microsoft
Outlook and Lotus Notes email clients. Enable scanning of unwanted programs. See

Scanning email on-delivery and on-demand

for more information.
5 Send alerts and quarantine threats. Configure these features to alert you when
detections occur and manage quarantined items:
Alerts and Notifications. Configure how and when you receive detection notifications
and alerts. See

Configuring alerts and notifications

for more information.
Getting Started
What to do first
17McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 Product Guide

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McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 specifications

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McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 is a software program designed for detecting and removing viruses, malware, and other threats from computer systems. It offers real-time protection by scanning files and applications as they are accessed, ensuring a high level of security for users. The software is compatible with various operating systems, making it versatile and widely applicable in different environments. McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 is known for its proactive defense mechanisms, including behavior-based scanning and advanced heuristics, which help identify and eliminate unknown threats. It also offers flexible deployment options, allowing for centralized management and easy installation across multiple devices. Furthermore, McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 boasts a user-friendly interface that simplifies the monitoring and management of security settings. It provides regular updates to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure maximum protection for users' systems. Overall, McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.8 is a comprehensive security solution that offers reliable protection against a wide range of cyber threats, making it a valuable tool for businesses and individuals looking to safeguard their digital assets.

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