[Windows10]How Controlled folder access works

How Controlled folder access works

Controlled folder access locks down folders, allowing only authorized apps to access files. Unauthorized apps, including malicious executable files, DLLs, and scripts are denied access to folders.

This feature can be enabled in Windows Defender Security Center app in Windows 10.

By default, Controlled folder access protects common folders where documents and other important data are stored. But it’s also flexible.

You can add additional folders to protect, including those on other drives. You can also allow apps that you trust to access protected folders, so if you’re using unique or custom programs, your productivity is not affected.

When enabled, Controlled folder access prevents access by unauthorized apps and notifies you of an attempt to access or modify files in protected folders. It delivers this protection in real-time.

[출처 : https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/mmpc/2017/10/23/stopping-ransomware-where-it-counts-protecting-your-data-with-controlled-folder-access/]