PY Sample File for Security Scanning
Exercise malware scanning, file-policy checks, and quarantine flows with deterministic fixtures.
Recommended Starter File
| Filename | py_sample_file_5MB.py |
|---|---|
| Size | 5.0 MB |
| MIME | text/x-python |
| SHA256 | 98db380e530ffc904a0ced11b968d46a4292fb28c139585dc146c2733c768452 |
Validation Checklist
- Validate AV and policy-engine verdict handling.
- Confirm blocked-file messaging and audit logging.
- Test quarantine and release workflows.
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