An Application Control policy includes an Allowed list and a Blocked list. A user wants to use an application that is neither on the Allowed list nor…

In Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) Application Control policies, applications are managed

through lists: an Allowed list (applications approved for use) and a Blocked list (applications

restricted or prohibited). When a user encounters an application that is not explicitly on either the

Allowed or Blocked list, it falls into a neutral category.

For accessing this application, the typical process includes:

Requesting an Override: The user can initiate a request to temporarily or permanently allow access

to the application. This process usually involves contacting the administrator or following a specified

override protocol to gain necessary permissions.

Administrator Review: Upon receiving the override request, the administrator evaluates the

application to ensure it aligns with organizational security policies and compliance standards.

Override Approval: If deemed safe, the application may be added to the Allowed list, granting the

user access.

This request mechanism ensures that unlisted appli