What happens if the sensor cannot connect to CrowdStrike cloud during installation after multiple attempts?

When a sensor is unable to connect to the CrowdStrike cloud during its installation after multiple attempts, the expected behavior is that the sensor will uninstall itself from the system. This process ensures that if the installation is incomplete or unable to establish the necessary communication with the cloud for updates and policy management, it does not remain in a non-functional state on the system.

The uninstallation helps maintain system integrity and security by preventing an incorrectly configured sensor from potentially exposing the system to vulnerabilities or providing false security assurances. Therefore, automatic removal of the sensor under these circumstances is a design decision aimed at ensuring that only fully operational sensors are present on endpoints, safeguarding both the systems and the overall network environment.