A binary executable file is a file in a machine language for a specific processor. Binary executable files contain executable code that is represented in specific processor instructions. These instructions are executed by a processor directly. A binary file, however, can have text strings (ASCII and/or Unicode). Most of operating system files are binary files. They include drivers, core components, service applications and user tools.
There also exist binary data files - files that contain certain binary structures - areas of bytes, words or even arrays. These files are usually created by binary executable files are are used by them to store specific data.
Based on the settings of your F-Secure security product, it will either move the file to the quarantine where it cannot spread or cause harm, or remove it.
A False Positive is when a file is incorrectly detected as harmful, usually because its code or behavior resembles known harmful programs. A False Positive will usually be fixed in a subsequent database update without any action needed on your part. If you wish, you may also:
Check for the latest database updates
First check if your F-Secure security program is using the latest updates, then try scanning the file again.
Submit a sample
After checking, if you still believe the file is incorrectly detected, you can submit a sample of it for re-analysis.
Note: If the file was moved to quarantine, you need to collect the file from quarantine before you can submit it.
Exclude a file from further scanning
If you are certain that the file is safe and want to continue using it, you can exclude it from further scanning by the F-Secure security product.
Note: You need administrative rights to change the settings.
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