How to block USB devices using Endpoint Central?

USB devices are the most widely used peripheral device for data transfer. In an organization, several peripheral devices will be accessible across the network. The hybrid working model only boosts the presence of USB devices and the expanded network landscape only makes an organization's security vulnerable to exploits and attacks. Hence, it is vital in controlling the USB device access and restrict unauthorized access to critical enterprise data.

Follow the steps below to impose a USB block across systems:

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Step 1: In the product console, navigate to Create Policy section from the Policies tab.

Step 2: To block a USB device, select the Block option for Removable Storage Devices.

Step 3: You can also block connection bus of removable storage devices via USB and/or SCSI based on your requirement.

Step 4: Select Save & Publish to create a policy or Save as Draft for a draft.

By performing these steps, the USB devices will be blocked.