Virus writers often attempt to circumvent virus filtering by using real-time compression algorithms. IntelliTrap helps reduce the risk of such viruses entering your network by blocking real-time compressed executable files and pairing them with other malware characteristics. Because IntelliTrap identifies such files as security risks and may incorrectly block safe files, Trend Micro recommends quarantining—rather than deleting or cleaning—files when you enable IntelliTrap. You should disable IntelliTrap if your users regularly use real-time compressed executable files.

IntelliTrap uses the following components: