Application control policies are processed from which order?

Application control policies are processed from top to bottom, which means that the highest priority rules are evaluated first. This prioritization allows for a clear and organized way to enforce security policies effectively. When a request or application action is being assessed, the system begins at the top of the policy list, applying the first applicable rule it encounters. If an application is permitted or blocked by a rule at any point, the evaluation stops, and no further rules are processed for that specific action.

This top-to-bottom processing order is crucial because it establishes a hierarchy of rules that can prevent unwanted access and enforce compliance in a methodical manner. Understanding this principle helps ensure that the most critical security measures are consistently applied before any more permissive rules can take effect.