[KB7248] Delay detection engine updates to minimize the impact of update issues in ESET endpoint products (9.x – 10.x)

Issue

  • Configure your ESET products to receive delayed detection engine updates

Solution

ESET PROTECT users: Perform these steps in ESET PROTECT or ESET PROTECT On-Prem.

Delay modules updates on individual client workstations

Delaying updates can increase computer's vulnerability

Delaying updates can potentially increase your computer's vulnerability. We recommend that you make a thorough assessment of your computer's current security status before making a decision to delay updates.

  1. Open the main program window of your Windows ESET product.

  2. Press the F5 key to open Advanced setup (if you are on a tablet, tap SetupAdvanced setup).

  3. Click Update, expand Profiles Updates and from the Update type drop-down menu, select Delayed update. Click OK.

  4. Repeat the above steps on any remaining client workstations in your network.

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