An Application Control policy includes an Allowed list and a Blocked list.

In Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) Application Control policies, applications are managed through lists: an Allowed list (applications approved for use) and a Blocked list (applications restricted or prohibited). When a user encounters an application that is not explicitly on either the Allowed or Blocked list, it falls into a neutral category.

For accessing this application, the typical process includes:

Requesting an Override:The user can initiate a request to temporarily or permanently allow access to the application. This process usually involves contacting the administrator or following a specified override protocol to gain necessary permissions.

Administrator Review:Upon receiving the override request, the administrator evaluates the application to ensure it aligns with organizational security policies and compliance standards.

Override Approval:If deemed safe, the application may be added to the Allowed list, granting the user access.

This request mechanism ensures that unlisted appli