What action should be taken to permit the installation of approved applications when using EPM?

To permit the installation of approved applications when using CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM), utilizing the Software Distributor is the effective action. The Software Distributor is a functionality within CyberArk EPM designed specifically for managing the deployment of approved applications to endpoints. This approach ensures that only applications that have been vetted and are considered safe are allowed for installation, streamlining the application management process while maintaining security.

By using the Software Distributor, organizations can control which applications can be installed and ensure compliance with their security policies. This method also simplifies the end-user experience by automating the deployment process for approved applications, reducing the need for manual intervention.

Changing endpoint policies may alter system configurations or permissions, but it does not inherently provide a method for managing application installations effectively. Similarly, enabling Auto-Install suggests a level of automated deployment, but without the context of approval and verification that the Software Distributor provides, it may lead to undesired installations. The statement that all applications are automatically allowed is misleading; without specific controls in place, this would not be the case in a secured environment.