From eaa6e854c26eb05072f5a24da654c09ab481e4e7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Betty Huang Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:55:05 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Remove info on anonymous submissions Anonymous submissions have been disabled. Updating docs to reflect. --- .../intelligence/submission-guide.md | 12 ++++-------- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/submission-guide.md b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/submission-guide.md index 7b4028fb4a..7e771ce477 100644 --- a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/submission-guide.md +++ b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/submission-guide.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ You can send us files that you think might be malware or files that have been in We receive a large number of samples from many sources. Our analysis is prioritized by the number of file detections and the type of submission. You can help us complete a quick analysis by providing detailed information about the product you were using and what you were doing when you found the file. -If you sign in before you submit a sample, you will be able to track your submissions. +After you sign in, you will be able to track your submissions. ## Can I send a sample by email? @@ -34,9 +34,7 @@ No, we only accept submissions through our [sample submission portal](https://ww ## Can I submit a sample without signing in? -Yes, you many submit a file as an anonymous home customer. You will get a link to a webpage where you can view the status of the submission. - -If you're an enterprise customer, you need to sign in so that we can prioritize your submission appropriately. If you are currently experiencing a virus outbreak or security-related incident, you should contact your designated Microsoft support professional or go to [Microsoft Support](https://support.microsoft.com/) for immediate assistance. +No. If you're an enterprise customer, you need to sign in so that we can prioritize your submission appropriately. If you are currently experiencing a virus outbreak or security-related incident, you should contact your designated Microsoft support professional or go to [Microsoft Support](https://support.microsoft.com/) for immediate assistance. ## What is the Software Assurance ID (SAID)? @@ -52,9 +50,7 @@ We encourage all software vendors and developers to read about [how Microsoft id ## How do I track or view past sample submissions? -You can track your submissions through the [submission history page](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/submissionhistory). Your submission will only appear on this page if you were signed in when you submitted it. - -If you’re not signed in when you submit a sample, you will be redirected to a tracking page. Bookmark this page if you want to come back and check on the status of your submission. +You can track your submissions through the [submission history page](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/submissionhistory). ## What does the submission status mean? @@ -66,7 +62,7 @@ Each submission is shown to be in one of the following status types: * Closed—a final determination has been given by an analyst -If you are signed in, you can see the status of any files you submit to us on the [submission history page](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/submissionhistory). +You can see the status of any files you submit to us on the [submission history page](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/submissionhistory). ## How does Microsoft prioritize submissions