Question
Why is Configuration Manager being flagged as malware by my antivirus solution?
Answer
Configuration Manager may be flagged as malware due to a false-positive detection. This is a known issue and not an actual infection.
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The software is safe when obtained from the official source.
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To avoid this issue, always download Configuration Manager only from the official Download Store.
Avoid repackaged, mirrored, or modified copies.
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If you need to proceed before antivirus signatures are corrected:
You may temporarily allow-list the specific files or hashes flagged by your antivirus, in accordance with your organization’s security policy.
Once antivirus vendors update their signatures, the false detection should no longer appear.