User guide

Updating VStream Antivirus
Chapter 12: Using VStream Antivirus 265
In this field… Do this…
When a password-protected
file is found in archive
VStream Antivirus cannot extract and scan password-protected
files inside archives. Specify how VStream Antivirus should handle
such files, by selecting one of the following:
• Pass file without scanning. Accept the file without
scanning it. This is the default.
• Block file. Block the file.
Corrupt Files
When a corrupt file is
found or decoding fails
Specify how VStream Antivirus should handle corrupt files and
protocol anomalies, by selecting one of the following:
• Ignore and continue scanning. Log the corrupt file or
protocol anomaly, and scan the information on a best-
effort basis. This is the default.
• Block file. Block and log the corrupt file or protocol
anomaly.
Updating VStream Antivirus
When you are subscribed to the VStream Antivirus updates service, VStream Antivirus
virus signatures are automatically updated, keeping security up-to-date with no need for
user intervention. However, you can still check for updates manually, if needed.
To update the VStream Antivirus virus signature database
1. Click Antivirus in the main menu, and click the Antivirus tab.
The VStream Antivirus page appears.
2. Click Update Now.
The VStream Antivirus database is updated with the latest virus signatures.