Sandboxing

What is sandboxing?

Sandboxing is a security measure in which applications or files are executed in an isolated environment to minimize potential risks to the main system. This “sandbox” prevents malicious software from accessing the operating system or sensitive data.

Advantages and applications

Sandboxing provides protection against zero-day exploits, malware and insecure applications by executing potentially dangerous activities in a secure environment. It is commonly used in cybersecurity solutions, web browsers and development environments. Companies use sandboxing to test suspicious files or unknown programs without putting the entire system at risk.