Automatic corrections (Remediation)

Automatic corrections back to the file specification are performed upon file regeneration. The purpose of this is to enable the Glasswall Embedded Engine to remove threats that are hidden within the file structure, as well preventing the possibility of activating exploits via the misuse of structural components in the file.

In Analysis Mode, all automatic corrections made to a file are reported as Remedy items.

Remedy application

There are various types of remedies that are performed across all supported file types.

• Unrecognised objects that are hidden within the file structure and are not defined in the official specification are removed automatically.

• Where possible, components of a file that deviate from the manufacturers specification are automatically corrected back to the standards set in the specification, otherwise an issue item is reported.

• For file formats that do not have content management policy options, Glasswall will automatically remove content deemed risky as a remedy.