File Filters

File filters target the actual executable that is being run, with numerous sub-types targeting different aspects of executables.

Types of File Filters

Application Compatibility Filters - These filters are used to detect administrative privileges that may be required.

Drive Type Filters - These are filters that are used to specify a drive type.

Executable Filters - These filters specify executables that are commonly used, such as - Instant Messaging applications, web browsers, mail clients, etc.

Executable Headers Filters - Filter based on an executable header attributes.

File Owner Filters - Filter based on the owner of the file.

File Specification Filters - These filters use the location of the executable for filtering.

File Type Filters - These filters use the extension or MIME type to filter.

Manifest Present Filter - These filters test whether an executable has a security manifest.

Security Catalogs Filter - These filters use the security catalogs to filter.

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