Microsoft Defender Exclusions

Exclusions Add or remove items that you want to exclude from Microsoft Defender Antivirus scans. + Add an exclusion C: Folder .exe File type

A Microsoft Defender settings screen shows broad exclusions being added for the C: folder and .exe file type. The joke is that excluding the entire system drive and all executable files effectively disables antivirus protection, a reckless move associated with infosec humor. EN: A Microsoft Defender settings screen shows broad exclusions being added for the C: folder and .exe file type. The joke is that excluding the entire system drive and all executable files effectively disables antivirus protection, a reckless move associated with infosec humor.

• @infosecmemes / 673 2021-10-27