Checking the integrity of application
Kaspersky Endpoint Security checks the application files in the application installation folder for corruption or modifications. For example, if an application library has an incorrect digital signature, the library is considered corrupt. The Integrity check task is intended for scanning application files. Run the Integrity check task if Kaspersky Endpoint Security detected a malicious object but did not neutralize it.
You can create the Integrity Check task both in the Kaspersky Security Center 12 Web Console and in the Administration Console. It is not possible to create a task in the Kaspersky Security Center Cloud Console.
How to run an application integrity check through the Administration Console (MMC)
- In the Administration Console, go to the folder Administration Server → Tasks.
The list of tasks opens.
- Click the New task button.
The Task Wizard starts. Follow the instructions of the Wizard.
Step 1. Selecting task type
Select Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Windows (11.6.0) → Integrity check.
Step 2. Selecting the devices to which the task will be assigned
Select the computers on which the task will be performed. The following options are available:
- Assign the task to an administration group. In this case, the task is assigned to computers included in a previously created administration group.
- Select computers detected by the Administration Server in the network: unassigned devices. The specific devices can include devices in administration groups as well as unassigned devices.
- Specify device addresses manually, or import addresses from a list. You can specify NetBIOS names, IP addresses, and IP subnets of devices to which you want to assign the task.
Step 3. Configuring a task start schedule
Configure a schedule for starting a task, for example, manually or when a virus outbreak is detected.
Step 4. Defining the task name
Enter a name for the task, for example, Integrity check after the computer was infected.
Step 5. Completing task creation
Exit the Wizard. If necessary, select the Run task after Wizard finishes check box. You can monitor the progress of the task in the task properties. As a result, Kaspersky Endpoint Security will check the integrity of the application. You can also configure an application integrity check schedule in the task properties.
How to run an application integrity check through the Web Console
- In the main window of Web Console, select Devices → Tasks.
The list of tasks opens.
- Click the Add button.
The Task Wizard starts.
- Configure the task settings:
- In the Application drop-down list, select Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Windows (11.6.0).
- In the Task type drop-down list, select Integrity check.
- In the Task name field, enter a brief description, for example,
Check the integrity of the application after a computer infection. - In the Select devices to which the task will be assigned section, select the task scope.
- Select devices according to the selected task scope option. Click the Next button.
- Finish the wizard by clicking the Finish button.
A new task will be displayed in the list of tasks.
- Select the check box next to the task.
As a result, Kaspersky Endpoint Security will check the integrity of the application. You can also configure an application integrity check schedule in the task properties.
Application integrity breaches may occur in the following cases:
- A malicious object modified files of Kaspersky Endpoint Security. In this case, perform the procedure for restoring Kaspersky Endpoint Security using the tools of the operating system. After restoration, run a full scan of the computer and repeat the integrity check.
- The digital signature expired. In this case, update Kaspersky Endpoint Security.
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