Blocking specific executables with Symantec AV

[DaveB]

Does anyone know if it is possible to use Symantec AV to stop the execution of specific applications?

We have an issue where users of non ( company) standard browsers are able to bypass security controls on one of our internal web apps. I realise simply blocking execution of those browsers is not the real answer, but the issue is sufficiently sensitive that I need a quick fix while we sort out a long term solution.

[pmeswani]

Does anyone know if it is possible to use Symantec AV to stop the execution of specific applications?

We have an issue where users of non ( company) standard browsers are able to bypass security controls on one of our internal web apps. I realise simply blocking execution of those browsers is not the real answer, but the issue is sufficiently sensitive that I need a quick fix while we sort out a long term solution.

It won't stop people from renaming the file to something else in order to get around the block.

There is a product called Sanctuary that can block applications on a deeper level than filenames, this would be a long term solution, if that is of any help. Unfortunately, I don't know to block things in Symantec.

Best of luck in finding out.

[marlon]

GPO to block filnames/paths?

http://www.windowsitpro.com/article/...lication-.aspx