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It is a mistake to believe that the built-in protection of the operating system, antivirus or firewall will completely protect against malware. However, the harm may not be as obvious as in the case of viruses: several applications can slow down Windows operation, lead to various kinds of anomalies. Over time, the consequences of uncontrolled processes on the part of the “amateur” software make themselves felt, and uninstallation, deleting registry keys and other cleaning methods no longer help.

In such situations, sandbox programs, which are the subject of this review, can play an excellent role. The operating principle of sandboxes is partly comparable to virtual machines(Oracle VM VirtualBox, etc., VMware Virtualization). Thanks to virtualization, all processes initiated by the program are executed in a sandbox - an isolated environment with strict control system resources.

This method of code isolation is quite actively used in antivirus software (KIS 2013, avast!), in programs such as Google Chrome(Flash runs in the sandbox). However, one should not conclude that sandbox programs are a complete guarantee of security. This is just one of the effective additional funds to protect the OS (file system, registry) from external influences.

A review of the program for creating a virtual environment has already been published on the site. Today we will consider other applications, in a broader sense: these are not only desktop solutions, but also cloud services that improve not only security, but also anonymity, making it possible to run from removable media, from another computer.

Sandboxie

Developer Ronen Tzur compares the action of the Sandboxie program to an invisible layer applied on top of paper: any inscription can be applied to it; When the protection is removed, the sheet will remain untouched.

There are 4 main ways to use sandboxes in Sandboxie:

• Protected Internet surfing
• Improved privacy
• Secure email correspondence
• Keeping the OS in its original state

The last point implies that in the sandbox you can install and run any client applications- browsers, IM messengers, games - without affecting the system. Sandboxie controls access to files, disk devices, registry keys, processes, drivers, ports and other potentially unprotected sources.

First of all, SandboxIE is useful because it allows the user to flexibly configure sandboxes and privileges using the Sandboxie Control shell. Here, through the context and main menu, basic operations are available:

• Starting and stopping programs under Sandboxie control
• Viewing files inside the sandbox
• Restoring necessary files from the sandbox
• Deleting all work or selected files
• Creating, deleting and configuring sandboxes

To run a program in a sandbox, simply drag the executable file into the Sandboxie Control window, into the sandbox created by default. There are other ways - for example, menu Windows Explorer or notification area. The program window running in the emulated environment will have a yellow frame and a hash mark (#) in the title bar.

If, when working with a sandboxed program, you need to save the results to disk, any desired source is specified - the files will be placed in the sandbox folder, while the specified address, outside the sandbox, it will not exist. To “real” transfer files from the sandbox, you should use the recovery option. There are two types of them - fast or immediate, in both cases, before starting the program in the sandbox, you need to configure the folders for recovery (“Sandbox Settings - Recovery”).

More detailed settings access are located in the “Restrictions” and “Access to Resources” sections. They may be required if the application cannot run without certain privileges (certain system library, driver, etc.). In “Restrictions”, in relation to programs or groups, access to the Internet, to hardware, IPC objects, as well as access to low level. In “Access to resources” - the corresponding settings for files, directories, the registry and other system resources.

Also in the Sandboxie settings is important section“Applications”, which contains groups of programs for which access to specified resources is provided. Initially, all list elements are deactivated to apply changes to specific application you need to mark it in the list and click the “Add” button.

Thus, you can create sandboxes with different parameters. You are allowed to clone the configuration of an existing sandbox; to do this, when creating a new one, you need to select from the drop-down list the environment from which you want to transfer the settings.

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Using the Sandboxie application, you can create virtual environments of any configuration, without restrictions for the user. Sandboxie provides large number settings as for individual applications, and for sandboxes.

[+] Flexible setup each sandbox
[+] Creating rules for a group of programs
[−] Distributions cannot be created
[−] Lack of setup wizard

Evalaze

It is symbolic that Evalaze originates from the Thinstall 2007 program, on at the moment VMware company.

Evalaze is not as well known as Sandboxie among sandbox programs, but it has a number of interesting features, distinguishing it from the series similar decisions. Thanks to virtualization, applications can be launched in a standalone environment from any computer, regardless of the availability of drivers, libraries, or newer versions of the application being launched. It does not require any pre-setting, nor additional configuration files or libraries or registry keys.

Evalaze does not require installation, one caveat: to work you will need Microsoft . NET Framework version 2.0 or higher. In the free version, as well as in professional editorial staff, a virtualization setup wizard and an unlimited number of virtual applications are available. You can download the trial version from the developers’ website only upon request (see the developers’ email on the website).

The resulting configuration can be saved to a project. The process of setting up a virtual application takes longer from start to finish than, say, Sandboxie, but it is more consistent and straightforward.

Two should be noted additional features Evalaze, which will probably be of interest to software developers and testers: it works with a virtual file system and a virtual registry. These autonomous Evalaze environments can be edited at your discretion by adding files, directories, keys necessary for the functioning of a particular virtual program.

You can also configure associations out of the box in Evalaze: when launched, the virtual application will immediately create the necessary associations with files in the OS.

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A program with which you can create stand-alone applications that are convenient to use in all sorts of situations, which generally facilitates migration, compatibility, and security. Alas, free version practically useless, it is interesting only for a very superficial study of the functions of Evalaze.

[−] Low-functional trial version
[−] High price Pro versions
[+] There is a setup wizard
[+] Virtual file system and registry

Enigma Virtual Box

Enigma Virtual Box is designed to run applications in an isolated virtual environment. The list of supported formats includes dll, ocx (libraries), avi, mp3 (multimedia), txt, doc (documents), etc.

Enigma Virtual Box models the virtual environment around an application as follows. Before the application starts, the Virtual Box loader is triggered, which reads the information that is necessary for the program to work: libraries and other components - and provides them to the application instead of system ones. As a result, the program works autonomously in relation to the OS.

As a rule, it takes about 5 minutes to configure the sandboxes Sandboxie or Evalaze. At first glance, Virtual Box also does not require lengthy setup. In the documentation, the use of the program is actually contained in one sentence.

There are only 4 tabs - “Files”, “Registry”, “Containers” and, in fact, “Options”. You need to select the executable file, specify the location of the final result and start processing. But later it turns out that virtual environment you need to create it yourself. For this purpose, the three adjacent sections “Files”, “Registry” and “Containers” are intended, where the necessary data is manually added. Then you can click processing, run the output file and check the functionality of the program.

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Thus, Enigma Virtual Box does not analyze the OS before and after installing the application, as is the case with Evalaze. The emphasis is shifted towards development - therefore, rather, Virtual Box is useful for testing, checking compatibility, and creating artificial conditions for running a program. Virtualization unknown applications will cause difficulties, since the user will be forced to independently indicate all the program connections.

[−] Absence convenient setup
[+] The resources used by the program can be determined independently

Cameyo

Cameyo offers application virtualization in three areas: business, development personal use. In the latter case, the sandbox can be used to save the OS in a “clean” state, store and run applications on removable media and in cloud services. In addition, several hundred already configured virtual applications are published on the cameyo.com portal, which also saves the user’s time.

The steps for creating a virtual application are similar to Enigma Virtual Box: first, a snapshot of the system is created before installation, then after it. Changes between these states are taken into account when creating the sandbox. However, unlike Virtual Box, Cameyo syncs with remote server and publishes the application to cloud storage. Thanks to this, applications can be launched on any computer with granted access to the account.

Through the Library you can download popular system applications(Public Virtual Apps): archivers, browsers, players and even antiviruses. When starting, you are asked to select an executable file and indicate whether it is stable or not (which, apparently, is somehow taken into account by the Cameyo gallery moderators).

One more interesting opportunity- creating a virtual application via . The installer can be downloaded from your computer or you can specify the file URL.

The conversion process is said to take from 10 to 20 minutes, but often the waiting time is several times less. Upon completion, a notification is sent by email with a link to the published package.

Email notification about distribution creation

With all the cloud conveniences, two things need to be noted: important points. First: each program is updated over time, and the library contains quite outdated copies. The second aspect: applications added by users may run counter to the license of a particular program. This must be understood and taken into account when creating custom distributions. And third, no one can guarantee that the virtual application posted in the gallery has not been modified by an attacker.

However, speaking of security, Cameyo has 4 modes of application operation:

• Data mode: the program can save files in the Documents folder and on the Desktop
• Isolated: ability to record in file system and the registry is missing
• Full access: free access to the file system and registry
• Customize this app: modifying the launch menu, choosing where to store the program, etc.

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Comfortable cloud service, which can be connected to on any computer, allowing you to quickly create portable applications. Setting up sandboxes is kept to a minimum, not everything is transparent with virus checking and security in general - however, in this situation, the advantages can compensate for the disadvantages.

[+] Network synchronization
[+] Access to user applications
[+] Creating virtual applications online
[−] Lack of sandbox settings

Spoon.net

Spoon Tools is a set of tools for creating virtual applications. In addition to the professional environment, spoon.net deserves attention as a cloud service that integrates with the Desktop, allowing you to quickly create sandboxes.

To integrate with the Desktop, you need to register on the spoon.net server and install a special widget. After registration, the user has the opportunity to download virtual applications from the server through a convenient shell.

Four features brought by the widget:

• Create sandboxes for files and applications
• Cleaning up your desktop using shortcuts and quick launch menus
• Safe testing of new applications, launch outdated versions on top of new ones
• Undoing changes made by the sandbox

Quick access to the spoon.net widget is possible through the combination Alt keys+Win. The shell includes a search bar and also a console. It searches for applications on the computer and on the web service.

The organization of the desktop is very convenient: you can drag and drop the necessary files onto the virtual desktop, which will be synchronized with spool.net. New sandboxes can be created in just two clicks.

Of course, in terms of setting up sandboxes, Spoon cannot compete with Sandboxie or Evalaze for the reason that they are simply not present in Spoon. You cannot set restrictions or convert a “regular” application into a virtual one. The Spoon Studio complex is designed for these purposes.

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Spoon is the “cloudest” shell for working with virtual applications and, at the same time, the least customizable. This product will appeal to users who care not so much about security through virtualization, but rather about ease of use necessary programs everywhere.

[+] Integration of the widget with the Desktop
[+] Quick creation sandboxes
[−] Lack of settings to limit virtual programs

Pivot table

Program/service	Sandboxie	Evalaze	Enigma Virtual Box	Cameyo	Spoon.net
Developer	Sandboxie Holdings LLC	Dogel GmbH	The Enigma Protector Developers Team	Cameyo	Spoon.net
License	Shareware (€13+)	Freeware/Shareware (€69.95)	Freeware	Freeware	Free (Basic account)
Adding applications to the sandbox	+	−	−	−	−
Personalization (creating shortcuts, integration into menus)	+	+	−	+	+
Setup Wizard	−	+	+	+	−
Creating new virtual applications	−	+	+	+	−
Online synchronization	−	−	−	+	+
Setting Sandbox Privileges	+	+	+	+	−
Analysis of changes when creating a sandbox	+	+	−	+	−

If you are familiar with the functionality and features installed on your computer, then you probably know why you need such a wonderful tool as Sandbox. As a rule, this module is included in the most well-known antivirus programs, for example Avast. Sandbox or as they also say sandbox is software module allowing you to run any application in a strictly isolated environment. Main task Sandbox is to ensure maximum computer security when starting up potentially dangerous applications or when visiting infected websites.

It must be said that this method is not without its drawbacks - for example, when running the Avast sandbox module, some applications running in safe mode may not work correctly, and in some cases even cause the antivirus program to freeze.

In addition, this is not very convenient, especially when you need to quickly switch from one mode to another. For those who are not satisfied with this situation, we can recommend a simpler and quick solution– utility Sandboxie- sandbox program.

It's small convenient program with a Russian-language interface allows you to create virtual areas in which you can run almost any application.

In this case, the results of all programs launched in Sandboxie will be saved in separate, specially designed folders, without affecting the operation of the operating system as a whole, thus protecting it from possible damage by viruses or configuration changes.

Sandboxie can also be used as a means of anonymously surfing the Internet in the sense that after closing the browser, there will be no traces of visiting sites left on the user’s computer.


Working in Sandboxie is quite simple. During installation, the utility may prompt you to configure compatibility with certain programs.

All other settings, except for the ability to integrate Sandboxie into the Explorer context menu, can be left unchanged.

By the way, except global settings, it is also possible to change the parameters of the sandbox itself. Just like the general ones, it is recommended to leave these settings as default.

The sandbox program Sandboxie supports the creation of several separate sandboxes, and in each of them you can run several applications.

Programs running in the same sandbox can easily exchange data, but applications from different virtual areas will be isolated from each other, as well as from the operating system as a whole. By default, the utility uses one sandbox called " DefaultBox«.

For example, let's open some application in Sandboxie, let's say an ordinary Notepad. Maybe, text editor and not best example for demonstration purposes, but it doesn't really matter at the moment.

Go to the menu " Sandbox» → « DefaultBox» → « Run in sandbox» → « ...any program" After this, a small rectangular window will open in which you can enter the name of the program, in our case it is notepad.exe, or browse by specifying the path to the application to open from the desktop. You can also launch it through the Start menu.

Interestingly, Sandboxie allows you to run even applications with different profiles that would normally not allow you to create copies in memory.

Please note that programs running in the sandbox have slightly modified working window headers, and also when you hover the mouse pointer over top part window, the entire border area will be highlighted in yellow. There is nothing scary about this, don’t be alarmed, this is how it should be.

So, let's copy and paste some piece of text into Notepad and try to save the file. Initially, Sandboxie will prompt you to save the document to the program's directory, but let's ignore this suggestion and save it to hard drive D.

However, if you then want to view this file and go to drive D, it will not be there. More precisely, it will be hidden, and to restore it you should open it in the menu “ View" chapter " Files and folders", find in the drop-down list required file and select the required action in the context menu.

That's basically the whole job of this wonderful utility. It's very simple. A list of all applications running in Sandboxie can be viewed in the utility's working window.

Additional Sandboxie features include user account settings, auto completion programs, determining the mode of anyone working in Windows applications, as well as some other options.

The Sandboxie utility is lightweight, consumes a minimum of system resources and does not interfere with the operation of other applications at all, collapsing into the system tray if necessary.

It is best to launch Sandboxie through the Start menu, since the desktop icon created during installation will not open the program itself, but Internet browser Explorer.
In addition, short video how to download and install sandboxie:

Hello everyone, today I want to talk about a very useful program these days - Sandboxie. Sandboxie is a computer sandbox that allows you to protect your computer from virus infection and provide relaxing Internet surfing. The program has several more useful features which I will tell you about later.

How does Sandboxie work?

It's very simple, the program creates a dedicated environment inside Windows designed to safely run applications on a PC, and also blocks access to the system for malware. Some antiviruses have similar functions, for example, TS 360, Comodo Internet Security, and Avast! Pro. The sandbox is currently one of the most the best tools to fight viruses.

By running any program in sandbox mode, you localize all the capabilities of the program in the sandbox; the program or virus cannot have any impact on your OS. Thus, in the sandbox you can run and test anything without harming the OS. If you run your browser in a sandbox, you can surf the Internet without the risk of infecting your browser or computer.

The main areas of use of the Sandboxie sandbox are:

• Checking dangerous and unfamiliar programs
• Tracking program actions
• Safe surfing the Internet

For more information about the capabilities of the sandbox, see my video review:

What else can Sandboxie do?

The program can also launch several program windows, for example, you can launch 2 or more Skype windows, in normal mode You can only open one program window. Some launch several windows of online games through the sandbox).

The program also allows you to use trial programs forever. For example, you can use any program that has limited period on free use. Every time you run the program in the sandbox, you can reset the trial of the program).

If you know other methods of using the sandbox, write about it in the comments and I will add this information to the main article.

Do you often have to work with new programs? Worried about the security of your device? We recommend downloading Sandboxie for Windows 10 – free utility, allowing you to run any application within a secure environment.

Why download Sandboxie

Many people think that downloading Sandboxie is a waste of time. This is wrong. The Sandboxie program, or as it is otherwise called Sandbox, allows you to run any programs within a safe environment. As a result, not a single new or old program will not harm your computer.

A sandbox is a special environment within which third party programs no access to hard drive or your device's registry.

The program is available for both tablets and desktop computers with laptops. You can use Sandboxie to test new programs, or to safe surfing online. You can also launch browsers through Sandboxie, for example.

Having decided to download Sandbox for Windows 10, you should still not neglect other security tools - antiviruses, and make sure that such a program is available. For example

Sandboxie creates an isolated environment on your computer. An isolated environment or sandbox is an environment where running programs do not have direct access To system files And important settings computer.

Processes occurring in running program, isolated from the rest of the system. The operating system is protected from changes that may occur when running a potentially dangerous program.

You can use an isolated environment to run a program unknown to you, or after launching your browser, visit a potentially dangerous site without risk to your computer.

If malware has nevertheless penetrated your computer, it will not have access to system files to change them. And when you leave isolated environment, then all files that have entered the isolated environment will be deleted.

You can create your own isolated environment using specialized programs, which restrict access to system files. One such program is Sandboxie.

The Sandboxie program is a sandbox for potentially dangerous and unfamiliar programs, as well as for safe surfing the Internet.

The Sandboxie program has shareware status. Upon completion of 30 days of working with the program, the program will ask you to switch to paid version. But most of the program’s functions will work in free mode for as long as you like. Only some features of this program will be disabled (for example, running multiple sandboxes at the same time).

You can download the Sandboxie program from the manufacturer's official website.

sandboxie download

After downloading the Sandboxie program to your computer, run its installation. In the program installation window, select Russian language.

In the next window, you agree to install the driver for the Sandboxie program, and then click on the “Next” button. IN last window to install the program, click on the “Finish” button.

The program can be launched from the Start menu => All Programs => Sandboxie. There are several points for launching the program for specific purposes.

The Sandboxie program can also be launched from the Notification Panel (tray) by clicking on the program icon. From a shortcut on the Desktop, you can launch the browser in the “sandbox”, the one that is selected as the default browser on your system.

Launch Sandboxie to make a few program settings. The main window of the program displays the isolated environment created by default - “sandbox”.

Now let's consider this question: how to configure Sandboxie.

Setting up Sandboxie

To configure the program, click right click mice called "sandboxes". After that, in the context menu, click on the “Sandbox Settings” item.

In the sandbox settings window - “DefaultBox”, in the “Behavior” section, you can check the box next to “Do not show the Sandboxie indicator in the window title” if you do not want the windows of programs open in the sandbox to be marked with a special icon. You can do this at your own discretion.

When you click on the yellow field in the “Color” window that opens, you can select a color to display a thin border around the window of the program running in the sandbox. After these settings, if you changed something in the program settings, click on the “Apply” button.

In the "Recovery" section, in the "Quick Recovery" subsection, you can select folders for quick recovery if you want to change the program's default settings.

In the Immediate Recovery subsection, you can exclude files, folders, or file extension types from immediate recovery if these files are saved by a program running in the sandbox.

In the “Delete” section, in the “Deletion Suggestion” subsection, you can check the box “Never delete this sandbox or clear its contents” in order not to lose the data stored in the sandbox.

In the “Restrictions” section, in the “Internet Access” subsection, you can add programs to the list or remove programs from the list of programs that can access the Internet. You can allow or deny programs access to the Internet when they are in safe environment. If you click on the Block all programs button, then all programs running in the sandbox will be blocked from accessing the Internet.

In the "Applications" section you can select rules of conduct for various programs running in the Sandboxie program.

In the “Sandbox” menu section, by clicking on the “Set storage folder” item, you can change the drive on which the sandboxes will be stored if you have little space on the “C” drive.

After clicking on the “Create a new sandbox” item, you can create an unlimited number of “sandboxes”, each with its own settings, to run programs with different settings behavior from your sandbox.

This mode of running several sandboxes simultaneously, works only in paid version program, after completing the trial period of working with the program.

Each virtual space works separately, sandboxes are isolated from the system and from each other. By default, the application offers one isolated Sandbox DefaultBox space.

How to use Sandboxie

First way. In order to run the program in safe mode, right-click on the name of the “sandbox” and in the context menu click on the “Run in sandbox” item. In the list of launch items, you can select the appropriate item to launch the program.

You can launch your browser mail client, installed by default, and also launch any program from here or from the Start menu. You can also launch Explorer in a safe environment if you click on “Launch Windows Explorer.”

After this, Explorer will be launched in a secure environment. To shut down Explorer, in the “Manage Sandboxie” window, right-click on the program folder and select “End Program” in the context menu, or simply close Explorer in the usual way for programs by clicking on the red button.

Second way. It’s even easier to launch a program in Sandboxie by simply clicking on the program’s folder or shortcut, and then selecting “Run in Sandbox” from the context menu.

If you have created several sandboxes, Sandboxie will prompt you to select the desired sandbox to run the program. Select an isolated environment, and then click on the “OK” button.

After this, the program runs in an isolated environment. When you hover your mouse over a program running in a sandbox, a thin colored border will be visible around the program window.

Recovering files in Sandboxie

Sandboxie does not allow files from programs running in the sandbox to enter the operating system without your permission. All files created by the program or downloaded from the Internet will be deleted by default after the sandbox is closed.

Working in the Sandboxie program, you can create and save files in regular folders on your computer. These files will not be visible until you give Sandboxie permission to move the data from the sandboxed environment to the regular environment.

After you have downloaded some files from the Internet using a browser running in an isolated environment, these files will be located in the place where the downloads are saved on your computer.

But, you will not see these files while they are in the sandbox. You will need to move these files from the sandboxed environment to the regular environment.

Sandboxie calls this "recovery" of files. There are three file recovery modes: Immediate Recovery, Quick Recovery and Manual Recovery.

Immediate recovery in Sandboxie

This is the most best way recovery, as it can automatically call the recovery function as soon as the files are created. By default, the program pays especially close attention to the Downloads, Documents, Favorites, and Desktop folders.

You can add other folders to these folders at your discretion in the program settings (right-click on the sandbox folder => “Sandbox settings” => “Recovery”).

Once the file is saved to your computer, Sandboxie will immediately display the "Immediate Recovery" window. You can click on the “Restore” button, and if you click on the “Restart” button, then “Restore and Explore” or “Restore and Run”.

Fast recovery in Sandboxie

At quick recovery files from the isolated environment are transferred quickly manual mode. You can configure the program to recover files saved in the sandbox when accessing this mode.

Manual recovery in Sandboxie

If you want to clear the sandbox, right-click on the sandbox name and select context menu"Delete contents." After this, the “Delete Sandbox” window appears.

In this window, you can “Restore to the same folder”, “Restore to any folder” or “Add folder” for files located in the isolated environment. If you click on the “Delete sandbox” button, all processes in it are terminated and all its contents are deleted.

Using Sandboxie allows you to be more secure when using your computer. You can safely run some programs in an isolated environment, surf the Internet safely.

Tools for creating sandboxes also have some antivirus programs, For example, .

Conclusions of the article

Sandboxie runs applications in a sandbox, thereby preventing possible dangerous components from entering the system. You can also use this program to test new programs without installing them on your computer.