Windows 7 – Disable ‘Open File – Security Warning’ for EXE on Network Drive

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I have a mapped network drive, on which I store some programs, one of which I've put in my startup folder.

Unfortunately, this program "does not have a valid digital signature", which means that every time I reboot, I get a security dialog, asking me whether to run it.

I would prefer not to have to copy this program to the local disk.

How can I disable this prompt?

Best Answer

Ok, I found the solution.

  • Go to Control Panel -> Internet Options -> Security -> Local Intranet -> Sites -> Advanced
  • Add the mapped drive or UNC path (eg. Z:\ or \\machine)
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