Missing Software Detection Monitor

Problem Overview

The absence of critical software can disrupt operations, compromise security, or lead to non-compliance with organizational policies. Manually verifying the presence of essential software across devices is inefficient and error-prone.

Description

This monitor is configured to detect when specific software is not installed on a device. It continuously checks for the presence of the defined application(s) across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. If the software is missing, the monitor generates an alert, enabling you to take immediate action.

You can use this monitor to ensure that required applications—such as security tools, productivity software, or compliance-mandated programs—are deployed and operational across your managed devices. Pair this monitor with a remediation automation to automatically install missing software for a proactive solution.

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Use Cases

• Security Compliance: Ensure that critical antivirus, EDR, or encryption software is installed on all devices.
• Operational Readiness: Verify the presence of required business applications.
• Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements mandating specific software installations.
• Onboarding Processes: Confirm that all devices in a new deployment meet the required software baseline.

Recommendations

• Getting Started: Configure the monitor with the exact name or identifier of the software you want to ensure is installed.
• Testing Instructions: Test the monitor by uninstalling the target software on a test device. Confirm that the monitor generates an alert for missing software.
• Automation Pairing: Import a remediation automation to automatically deploy the missing software when detected.
• Best Practices: Regularly review and update your list of required applications to align with organizational standards and policies.

FAQ

• Can this monitor check for multiple software applications at once?
  ‍Yes, you can configure the monitor to check for a list of required software titles.

• Does this monitor automatically install missing software?
  ‍No, the monitor only generates alerts. However, you can pair it with a remediation automation to deploy missing software automatically.

• How often does the monitor check for missing software?
  ‍You can configure the scan frequency to match your environment’s needs, hourly or daily.

• What platforms does this monitor support?
  ‍This monitor supports Windows, macOS, and Linux devices.

• How do I test the automation if paired with this monitor?
  ‍Uninstall the target software from a test device, verify the alert from the monitor, and ensure the remediation automation successfully reinstalls the software.