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What is the function of Symantec Insight?
Symantec Insight is a technology that delivers reputation ratings for binary executables. This system leverages data from Symantec's Global Intelligence Network, which aggregates information from millions of users worldwide. Here's how it works:
File Reputation Database: Symantec Insight assigns a reputation score to each executable based on various factors, including prevalence, origin, and behavior.
Dynamic Decision Making: By consulting these ratings, SEP can dynamically determine if a file is safe or potentially harmful, allowing or blocking files accordingly.
Reduced False Positives: Insight helps reduce false positives, as it can distinguish between widely used legitimate files and rare, potentially risky files.
This reputation-based approach enhances protection by preemptively identifying suspicious files without relying on traditional signature-based detection alone.
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