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Real-Time Scan Direction should cover both directions

Why This Matters

If real-time scanning is configured to monitor only incoming files, malicious content entering from an outbound direction could remain undetected. Bidirectional scanning ensures complete protection against malware that attempts to spread through file transfers in either direction. This setting is critical for environments where users frequently share or receive files.

What Aether365 Checks

This check verifies that Microsoft Defender Antivirus real-time scan direction is configured to monitor all files bidirectionally. It appears in the Aether365 dashboard under the defender checks category.

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