Operation Modes

Glasswall Constellations allows users to choose from two different operation modes, depending on the file type.

# Processing Modes
We understand that not all processing scenarios are the same when it comes to CDR processing. That's why Constellations offers customisation options, allowing you to have full control over the outcomes.

With the CDR Enabler service, you have the flexibility to configure the following processing modes according to your preferences:

• Express Mode: When your use case values speed, Express mode is the ideal choice. It ensures a quick and efficient CDR process, delivering prompt results. With Express mode, Constellations will make a quicker decision on a file based on its extension rather than using Glasswall's true file type detection.

• Archive Mode: For a more comprehensive approach of Archives, Detailed Archive mode allows you to process archives at a more granular level ensuring that your output is as accurate as it can be

Express Mode

For a seamless experience, send only the file types that are supported for processing. With Express Mode, you have the freedom to enable it alongside both Basic and Detailed Archive Modes.

ExpressModeEnabled is set to false by default.

Disabled

While Express Mode is disabled, all files under the maximum file size are sent to Glasswall Halo. This means the Embedded Engine is responsible for determining the file type, significantly reducing the risk of any supported files being mistakenly quarantined. With this option disabled more compute resources are used per scan.

Enabled

When you activate Express Mode, files are sent for CDR processing if their file extension aligns with our extensive list of supported file types.

By doing so, we eliminate the need for the Embedded Engine to determine the file type, freeing up valuable system resources. However, it's important to note that relying solely on file extensions may not always guarantee accuracy. Some files could potentially disguise themselves as different file types or even lack a file extension altogether.

Archive Mode

Unlock valuable insights about the quarantine status of archive files with detailed archive processing.

ArchiveMode is set to basic by default.

Basic

With ArchiveMode set to basic, you'll have streamlined processing and improved resource utilization for archives. This optimised setting allows for faster operations while saving valuable system resources. However, it's important to note that selecting this option may result in less detailed quarantine information for individual files within the archive.

Detailed

Gain valuable insights into the contents of archives with ArchiveMode set to detailed. By opting for this setting, you'll receive comprehensive quarantine information for each entry within the archive. While selecting this option may slightly increase processing time and resource usage, it ensures that you have a fuller and more accurate picture of any potential threats lurking within the archive.

Advantages

Unsupported files are not processed, saving the CPU and Memory required by the Glasswall engine to identify the file.

Disadvantages

Relies on the file extension of the file, potentially supported files could either be masquerading as other filetypes, or missing a file extension. This could cause supported files to be quarantined.