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Allow certificate authentication on a client system

  • Published on Sep 14, 2026
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Certificates allow a vender to run code within Trellix processes.

Before you begin

Make sure that the interface mode for the Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) Client is set to Full access or log on to the Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) Client as administrator.



Task

  1. Open the Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) Client.

  2. From the Action menu GUID-A3B12F55-7EE9-4519-8FCA-9ACA85C3661F-low.png, select Settings.

  3. Click Show Advanced.

  4. In the Certificates section, select Allow.

    Caution

    This setting might result in compatibility issues and reduced security.

  5. Click Apply.

The certificate information appears in the table.

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