Updating the security agent
It is recommended that you have an up-to-date security agent if you want to stay ahead of cybersecurity threats.
If you are connected to the Internet, Bitdefender Endpoint Security Tools (BEST) takes care of this automatically. By default, BEST checks for updates when you turn on your computer and every hour after that.
Note
The default automatic update frequency may be changed by your network administrator.
During the update process, the files that need to be updated are replaced progressively. This way, the update process does not affect product operation and, therefore, leaves no room for vulnerabilities.
Types of updates
Updates come in the following forms:
Security Content updates - as new threats appear, the updates containing new detection mechanisms (machine learning, heuristics, signatures, etc.) must be updated to ensure permanent, up-to-date protection against malicious activity
Product updates - when a new product version is released, new features and scan techniques are introduced to improve the performance of the product.
Check if your BEST is up-to-date
To check if your security agent is up to date, follow these steps:
Right-click the BEST icon
in the system tray and choose Show.Go to the About window.
You can see the update status, the most recent update check, and update installation.
For detailed information about the latest updates, check the update events:
On the Events window, click the Modules drop-down button.
Select Update.
The latest updates are listed on the Events page. It shows all events, including when each one was completed, whether the update succeeded, and if a restart is needed to finish the installation. If a restart is needed, restart your device at your earliest convenience.
Perform an update
To start an update, follow these steps:
Double-click the Bitdefender Endpoint Security Tools icon
in the system tray.In the Actions area, click Check for updates. The Update module will connect to the Bitdefender Update Server and it will check for updates.
Depending on the update settings configured by your network administrator, if an update is detected, it will either be performed automatically or you will be asked to confirm it.
Important
To perform updates, an internet connection is required.
If a restart is required, do so at your earliest convenience. It is recommended to restart the system as soon as possible.