What is meant by sandboxing?
"Sandboxing" refers to a security measure where an isolated environment is created in which software applications can run. This isolated environment, also referred to as a sandbox, ensures that the executed programs do not have unauthorized access to the operating system or other applications and limits potentially harmful activities.
Typical functions of software in the "sandboxing" domain include:
- Process isolation: The software creates an isolated environment where programs can run independently of each other without accessing resources outside the sandbox.
- Resource control: The sandboxing software monitors and controls access to system resources such as files, network connections, and memory to restrict potentially harmful activities.
- File system virtualization: The software enables programs within the sandbox to access a virtual version of the file system, reducing the risk of file system changes outside the sandbox.
- Network isolation: The sandboxing software can control and restrict network access of applications within the sandbox to prevent the spread of malware or unwanted network activities.
- Access control: The software allows administrators to set and manage access rights for programs within the sandbox to ensure that only authorized actions are performed.
- Monitoring and logging: The sandboxing software provides features to monitor the activities of applications within the sandbox and log events for later analysis.