Blockage of internet traffic deemed to be an attack on or risk to the network.Lockout by a file caused by quarantining actions.Potential side effects during file scanning may include: Typically, the most resource-intensive task that SEP for Mac performs is running a full scan of a volume. SEP for Mac contains anti-virus/anti-malware protection technologies. Generally, the UCSF SEP client policies are set to allow end users to temporarily disable the SEP protection technologies as a way to help them troubleshoot issues. Before we discuss that option as well as other workarounds, here are some common behaviors that can help you recognize if SEP is just doing its job or instead may be the cause of anomalous issues. Common behavior from the SEP for Mac client This document will walk you through (1) SEP for Mac's typical misbehaviors and (2) basic troubleshooting guidelines, as well as (3) how to temporarily disable SEP protection technologies and (4) how to get log information that may be needed when calling the Service Desk for further assistance. The SEP for Mac FAQ page tries to cover common and known issues and is a good place to start if you suspect SEP may be misbehaving. Most issues should subside after the particular SEP protection technology has accomplished its tasks in searching for potential risks and remedying them if possible. Because these are root files, it is highly unlikely that they will be infected by a virus or malware, therefore, you can safely ignore these errors.SEP for Mac provides anti-virus/anti-malware (AV) protection and network intrusion prevention technologies (IPS), along with added central management and reporting. Its protection technology may inhibit performance or seemingly disrupt any file or folder functionality of your computer. Did not have Permission to open the file.' This is normal behavior, as Symantec does not have permission to scan files owned by root. NOTE: When running a full scan, some files may be returned with the status 'Not fully scanned. It will prompt you if any threats are found. Symantec will automatically scan all attached drives.To start a full scan, click the Scan dropdown menu, and select Run Full Scan.

Once the LiveUpdate screen disappears, your definitions will be up to date, and you can run a scan.

After clicking the LiveUpdate button, LiveUpdate will run and update your virus definitions file.

Click LiveUpdate Now to install updates.

Hover over Symantec Endpoint Protection, and select Open Symantec Endpoint Protection.The icon is a yellow circle with a check mark. Click the Symantec QuickMenu in the upper-right corner by the clock.

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