What happens to quarantined files when a virtual machine undergoes vMotion?

When a virtual machine undergoes vMotion, quarantined files are automatically deleted from the Virtual Appliance. This happens because the vMotion process moves the active state of a virtual machine, including its memory and CPU states, but it does not retain or transfer the local quarantine state associated with the Virtual Appliance. As a result, any files that were placed in quarantine will not be carried over to the new host or virtual machine instance.

The specifics of how the quarantined files are handled are rooted in the emphasis on security and performance. By clearing out potentially harmful files as a part of the vMotion process, Trend Micro ensures that the new instance starts with a clean state, minimizing the risk of carrying over infected files. Consequently, the decision not to transfer those files aligns with best practices in virtual environment management.