CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor

CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor is a Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV) product that protects computers from malicious activity by analyzing what the computer is doing and comparing it against known malicious behaviour patterns and systems. It offers additional benefits over traditional antivirus, including:

• Machine learning and artificial intelligence to detect known and unknown malware and ransomware;
• Behaviour-based indicators of attack (IoAs) to prevent sophisticated, non- traditional modern attacks;
• Exploit blocking to stop the execution and spread of threats through unpatched vulnerabilities; and
• Threat intelligence prevention to block activities known to be malicious.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if CrowdStrike has been installed on my computer?

What is the impact on my computer after the software is installed? 

I understand that CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor will provide data back to the UBC Cybersecurity team in the event of a security incident. Does this mean that UBC is going to have a record of my use of my device, even for non-work-related activities?

 

For IT Support Staff

Technical reference articles for CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor can be found on the Cybersecurity Confidential Communications website (CWL login required).