Select Exceptions: Under the Policy Components, click on Exceptions.
Malicious Reputation: The site has a history of hosting malware.
Open Symantec Endpoint Protection: Click the SEP icon in your system tray or find it in the Start menu. symantec endpoint protection unblock website
Sometimes SEP blocks traffic because it detects a specific "attack" signature on a site.
Before unblocking, it is vital to understand why the site was flagged. SEP usually blocks sites for three reasons: Select Exceptions: Under the Policy Components, click on
and ensure this rule is at the top of the list so it takes priority over any "Block" rules. Method 3: Unblock via Intrusion Prevention (IPS)
False Positive: The site’s code or behavior mimics a known threat. Sometimes SEP blocks traffic because it detects a
on the client machine under View Logs > Network Threat Protection > Traffic/Packet Logs to identify the specific ID being blocked. In SEPM , go to Policies > Intrusion Prevention . Edit the Policy and go to the Exceptions tab.
If you are unsure why a site is blocked, check the logs.