For improved security in your Salesforce org, files are now scanned for malware in Salesforce Files. Most new files are scanned when they’re uploaded to an org, and most existing files are scanned when they’re downloaded from an org.
Where: This change applies to Salesforce Files accessed through Lightning Experience and Salesforce Classic in Essentials, Group, Enterprise, Professional, Performance, Unlimited, Contact Manager, and Developer editions hosted on Hyperforce.
Note Scan files for viruses or malware is a pilot or beta service that is subject to the Beta
Services Terms at Agreements - Salesforce.com or a written Unified Pilot Agreement if
executed by Customer, and applicable terms in the Product Terms Directory. Use of this pilot or beta service
is at the Customer's sole discretion.
When: This functionality is available on a rolling basis starting in Spring ’26. For details about timing and eligibility, contact your Salesforce account executive.