How to Install AppLocker Windows 10: A Comprehensive Guide
AppLocker is a powerful security feature in Windows 10 that allows you to control which applications can run on your system. This can be a valuable tool for preventing malware infections and protecting your sensitive data. In this blog post, we will walk you through the steps on how to install AppLocker Windows 10.
Prerequisites
Before you can install AppLocker, you will need to make sure that you have the following prerequisites in place:
- Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education edition
- Group Policy Management Console (GPMC)
- A user account with administrative privileges
How to Install AppLocker Windows 10
1. Open the Group Policy Management Console
The first step is to open the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC). To do this, press the Windows key + R, type "gpmc.msc", and then press Enter.
2. Create a New GPO
In the GPMC, right-click on the Group Policy Objects folder and select New. Enter a name for the new GPO and click OK.
3. Edit the GPO
Right-click on the new GPO and select Edit. This will open the Group Policy Editor.
4. Navigate to the AppLocker Settings
In the Group Policy Editor, navigate to the following path:
Computer ConfigurationPoliciesWindows SettingsSecurity SettingsApplication Control Policies5. Enable AppLocker
In the Application Control Policies folder, right-click on the AppLocker node and select Properties. In the Properties dialog box, select the "Enforce rules" option and click OK.
6. Create AppLocker Rules
Once AppLocker is enabled, you can start creating rules to control which applications can run on your system. To create a new rule, right-click on the AppLocker node and select Create New Rule.
7. Configure the Rule Settings
In the New Rule Wizard, you will need to configure the following settings:
- Name: Enter a name for the rule.
- Mode: Select the mode for the rule. You can choose from "Enforce" or "Audit only".
- Conditions: Specify the conditions that will trigger the rule. You can choose from a variety of conditions, such as file path, publisher, and digital signature.
- Action: Specify the action that will be taken when the rule is triggered. You can choose from a variety of actions, such as allow, deny, or prompt.
8. Save the Rule
Once you have configured the rule settings, click OK to save the rule.
9. Link the GPO to an OU
Once you have created your AppLocker rules, you need to link the GPO to an organizational unit (OU) that contains the computers that you want to apply the rules to. To do this, right-click on the GPO and select Link an Existing GPO.
10. Test the AppLocker Rules
Once the GPO is linked to an OU, you can test the AppLocker rules by attempting to run applications that are not allowed by the rules. If the rules are working properly, the applications will be blocked.
Conclusion
AppLocker is a powerful security feature that can help you protect your Windows 10 system from malware infections and other threats. By following the steps in this guide, you can easily install and configure AppLocker to meet your specific needs.