ManageEngine Application Control is a dedicated application control and endpoint security solution that enables organizations to centrally govern which applications can run on their endpoints, manage application-specific privileges, and enforce compliance policies. The software automates the discovery and categorization of installed applications, allowing administrators to create allowlists and blocklists based on various criteria such as vendor, file hash, or folder path. Application Control supports both audit and strict enforcement modes, enabling organizations to monitor application usage or actively block unauthorized software. Integrated privilege management features allow for the removal of unnecessary admin rights and the implementation of just-in-time access, supporting the principle of least privilege and Zero Trust security models. The solution provides detailed reporting, real-time alerts, and flexible policy deployment across user and device groups, making it suitable for organizations seeking to minimize attack surfaces, prevent data breaches, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Key Features

Automated Application Discovery and Categorization Scans endpoints to identify and classify all installed applications.

• Agent-based scanning for comprehensive visibility
• Categorizes by vendor, product, file hash, and more

Allowlisting and Blocklisting Define which applications are permitted or denied execution.

• Flexible rules for allowlists and blocklists
• Supports custom filters and dynamic updates

Privilege Management Control and restrict application-specific privileges.

• Remove unnecessary admin rights
• Just-in-time privilege elevation for approved apps

Policy Modes: Audit and Strict Enforcement Choose between monitoring or enforcing application policies.

• Audit Mode for passive monitoring
• Strict Mode for active blocking

User and Device Group Association Apply policies to specific user or device groups.

• Customizable deployment for different departments or roles
• Supports both individual and group-based policies

Comprehensive Reporting and Alerts Monitor application usage and policy violations.

• Real-time alerts for unauthorized application attempts
• Detailed audit logs for compliance

Benefits

Enhanced Endpoint Security Reduces attack surface by controlling application execution.

• Prevents unauthorized or risky software from running
• Limits exposure to malware and exploits

Regulatory Compliance Supports compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Detailed audit trails and reporting
• Enforces least privilege and Zero Trust principles

Operational Efficiency Automates application management and privilege assignment.

• Reduces manual oversight and admin workload
• Streamlines policy deployment and updates