Anti Executable3

I thought AE is supposed to block all executable file types and not just exe's?

Just installed AE3 and it doesn't appear to be the case is it just me or is this not the case?

 

did you test it againts other type of file?what kind of file?

 

I seem to remember Rmus stating that AE 3 doesn't protect against DLLs, while an earlier version did.

 

It only scans exe's and not other file types like DLL's

 

that sucks big time alitle registry tweak for my browser will do way better than thisthat is weak

 

true that

 

From the Faronics Anti-Executable Standard User Guide, p. 8

By popular demand, the next release of AE3 will include control of DLLs, as I understand from communication with Faronics.

Also, note the inclusion of the file extension, .bat - a script executable, not a binary executable. I asked about including other script types, and it's on the drawing board.

regards,

-rich

 

they should include all type of executable files as the name they cary is Anti-Executable it doesnt make sense to me

 

I agree with jmonge. A good Anti-Executable should be able to block all executables formats.

 

hips can do this

 

Is there any word on wither their Standard version is going to become 64bit compatible? Last i checked only their enterprise version is 64bit compatible.

 

That's disappointing it should include all executable types. How would AE protect you from malicious DLL's? I am thinking about changing my setup and was looking at using AE but now AE is out of the question.

 

AE standard has always been offered for both 32 and 64, when you download the installer you get both versions automatically.

 

Is Faronics AE equivalent or better than Comodo Firewall Image execute?

 

I too always thought AE blocked ALL types, it's a bit logical to do so when your name is "Anti-Executable". I don't think their price is very logical either, but I'm probably alone in that, lol.

 

"Better in what way?

"Better" is a loaded word, which is why "Which is better" threads usually degenerate into useless discussions. Mercifully, they are no longer permitted on these forums!

However, I will re-phrase your question, so that it addresses:

1) the method that the anti-execution protection uses; for example, does it use a White List? How does it monitor the files?

2) the file types monitored

First, I would suggest that you download the User Guides for each product. That will give you an idea of the User Interface for each. That may be a valid consideration for you.

For the file types monitored, I quoted from the AE3 manual in a previous post, listing the filetypes. A comparison with Comodo is a valid consideration, and you should see that information in the User Guide. For example, Presently, AE3 does not monitor DLLs. This will be available in the next version

The method used to monitor the executables is important, because some products in the past used file extensions, which is the weakest way to monitor activity, as that is so easily bypassed. I'm sure Comodo doesn't do this, but it's wise to know everything about the product, so this information is important. You may need to contact Comodo for this.

Finally, you should test the products. Faronics offers a 30-day evaluation version, and I assume Comodo does something similar.

If you are not set up to test malware, just attempt to run a Setup or Installation CD. Enable Autoplay/Autorun for this test. The executable file that attempts to start will not be on the computer's White List, and the product should alert and demonstrate protection against Autorun.inf exploits.

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Another test is running a non-white listed executable from a USB drive. This will test to make sure the product does protect against intrusions from external media.

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Now, someone else may have compared the two products and can offer more information about Comodo, yet your own testing is really more valuable, IMO.


regards,

-rich

 

i wrote to faronics about an ETA for when AE would protect from malicious DLL.

answer:

Dear Vincent,

Thank you for contacting Faronics Technical Support.

So far, there are no plan to include blocking of DLL files for AE.
Please raise a request to us if you need AE to block DLL or other
type of files.

Thank you.

Regards,

Daniel Seow
Technical Support
Faronics Technologies Inc.
Tel: 800-943-6422
Fax: 800-943-6488

Intelligent Utilities for Absolute Control
www.faronics.com

 

Wrong, Kimosabe! A vs B rants/discussions are only banned from discussions in the "Other anti-virus" forum. They are okay for all other types of software, including this AE3 thread.

However, going far off-topic is frowned on by the Mods -- and your interesting post has done a teeny bit of that. Ooops!

 

Found dis on softpedia
http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Security-Related/AppAdmin.shtml

 

Hi bellgamin,

Thanks for the clarification - I didn't realize that it pertained just to AV products.

Sorry, I didn't realize it was off-topic.

Since the question by Searching_ _ _ regarding AE and Comodo, "which is better," has no meaning without talking about specific features, I mentioned two that can serve as a basis for comparison.

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rich