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File (CAT-MIP-000000181)

Accepted • 2025-09-19 • by nicole

Definition

A File is a discrete unit of digital data stored on a device or in the cloud. Files can represent executables, documents, logs, scripts, configurations, or any other form of structured or unstructured content. In the vendor context, files may be transferred, monitored, scanned for threats, or used as part of automation workflows. Files exist within file systems, storage volumes, or cloud containers, and may be associated with software, devices, or users.

Prompt Examples

  • Retrieve the most recent log file from the device "ENG-LT-05".
  • Scan all executable files on server "NY-EX01" for known threats.
  • Upload the installation file to the shared repository and notify the admin.

Agent Execution

When a prompt refers to a "File," the AI agent will:

  • Log actions and validate policy or security rules (e.g., blocking executable uploads in restricted environments)
  • Perform the specified action (e.g., retrieve, scan, delete, move, check integrity)
  • Resolve the file location (e.g., local device, cloud share, log directory)
  • Use file metadata such as name, type, size, timestamp, and hash to identify the target

Synonyms

  • Artifact (in deployment or CI/CD contexts)
  • Document (when referring to user-generated content)
  • Object (in cloud storage - clarify when used)
  • Payload (in scripting or integration contexts)

Relationships

  • File isGeneratedBy Script or Application
  • File isModifiedBy User or Agent
  • File isMonitoredBy Agent
  • File isScannedBy AVEngine or SecurityTool
  • File isStoredOn Device or CloudStorage
  • File isTaggedWith Label or Policy

History

Date Author Reason
2025-08-07 nicole Draft – initial term proposal
2025-09-19 nicole Accepted – added to CAT-MIP registry