What is the primary function of the Quarantine Manager?

The primary function of the Quarantine Manager is to manage quarantined files. In the context of cybersecurity and endpoint protection, quarantining is a critical action that isolates potentially harmful files identified by an endpoint security solution, like CrowdStrike Falcon. When a file is quarantined, it is moved away from the regular file system to prevent it from causing harm or executing while still allowing the administrator to review, analyze, and decide on the appropriate action for that file.

The Quarantine Manager allows administrators to review and manage these quarantined files effectively. This may involve actions such as restoring a file if it is determined to be safe or permanently deleting it if it poses a threat. The tool ensures that files don't pose a risk while providing the flexibility to mitigate false positives and effectively manage the security posture of the organization's endpoints.

The other options are related but serve different functions within the CrowdStrike Falcon ecosystem. Managing sensor deployment pertains to deployment strategies for securing endpoints, managing user credentials involves user permissions and access controls, and creating custom Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) relates to threat intelligence and detection capabilities rather than specifically handling quarantined items.