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Trellix Stinger utilizes next-generation scan technology, including rootkit scanning, and scan performance optimizations. It detects and removes threats identified under the “Threat List” option under Advanced menu options in the Stinger application.

Download Stinger. Q: I know I have a virus, but Stinger did not detect one. Why is this? A: Stinger is not a substitute for a full anti-virus scanner. It is only designed to detect and remove specific threats.

Q: Stinger found a virus that it couldn’t repair. A: This is most likely due to Windows System Restore functionality having a lock on the infected file. Q: Where is the scan log saved and how can I view them? A: By default the log file is saved from where Stinger. Within Stinger, navigate to the log TAB and the logs are displayed as list with time stamp, clicking on the log file name opens the file in the HTML format. Q: Where are the Quarantine files stored? Q: What is the “Threat List” option under Advanced menu used for?

A: The Threat List provides a list of malware that Stinger is configured to detect. This list does not contain the results from running a scan. Q: Are there any command-line parameters available when running Stinger? A: Yes, the command-line parameters are displayed by going to the help menu within Stinger. Q: I ran Stinger and now have a Stinger. A: When Stinger runs it creates the Stinger. When you run Stinger the next time, your previous configuration is used as long as the Stinger.

Q: Stinger updated components of VirusScan. Is this expected behavior? If the rootkit scanning option is disabled within Stinger — the VSCore update will not occur. Q: Does Stinger perform rootkit scanning when deployed via ePO? To enable rootkit scanning in ePO mode, please use the following parameters while checking in the Stinger package in ePO:. Q: What versions of Windows are supported by Stinger? In addition, Stinger requires the machine to have Internet Explorer 8 or above.

Q: How can I get support for Stinger? A: Stinger is not a supported application. McAfee Labs makes no guarantees about this product. Q: How can I add custom detections to Stinger?

A: Stinger has the option where a user can input upto MD5 hashes as a custom blacklist. During a system scan, if any files match the custom blacklisted hashes – the files will get detected and deleted. This feature is provided to help power users who have isolated a malware sample s for which no detection is available yet in the DAT files or GTI File Reputation.

To leverage this feature:. Q: How can run Stinger without the Real Protect component getting installed? In order to run Stinger without Real Protect getting installed, execute Stinger. Businesses have too much to lose if they don’t prioritize security at every entry level. With more date to protect and cyberthreats eveolving, everyone must play a part in creating a culture of security. Let our Free Tools help implement a ‘security-first’ mindset across your entire company.

Exciting changes are in the works. We look forward to discussing your enterprise security needs. You will be redirected in 0 seconds. If not, please click here to continue. To use Trellix Stinger: Download the latest version of Stinger. When prompted, choose to save the file to a convenient location on your hard disk, such as your Desktop folder.

When the download is complete, navigate to the folder that contains the downloaded Stinger file, and run it. The Stinger interface will be displayed. By default, Stinger scans for running processes, loaded modules, registry, WMI and directory locations known to be used by malware on a machine to keep scan times minimal.

Stinger has the capability to scan targets of Rootkits, which is not enabled by default. By default, Stinger will repair any infected files it finds.

Input MD5 hashes to be detected either via the Enter Hash button or click the Load hash List button to point to a text file containing MD5 hashes to be included in the scan. During a scan, files that match the hash will have a detection name of Stinger!

Full dat repair is applied on the detected file. Files that are digitally signed using a valid certificate or those hashes which are already marked as clean in GTI File Reputation will not be detected as part of the custom blacklist. This is a safety feature to prevent users from accidentally deleting files. Building a Culture of Security Businesses have too much to lose if they don’t prioritize security at every entry level. Let our Free Tools help implement a ‘security-first’ mindset across your entire company Need a little more protectionfor your business?

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