Internet Explorer File Download Prompt

Detailed description

When a user uses Internet Explorer to download a file, the dialog box that appears has the following changes:

• A file handler icon has been added.
• A new information area has been added to the bottom of the dialog box that provides slightly different information, depending on whether the downloaded file type is of higher or lower risk.
• All executable files that are downloaded are checked for publisher information.

After downloading an executable file, Internet Explorer displays the publisher information of the file. The Authenticode dialog box presents this information to the user, who can then make a more informed decision about running the file.