Manifest.json Was Not Downloaded Due To The Download Blocking Policy Configured In Xray _best_ May 2026

In containerized environments, manifest.json serves as the root index for a Docker image, referencing its individual layers. If Xray identifies a security vulnerability or license violation within these layers, or if the artifact has not yet been scanned, the configured policy may block the download of the manifest itself to prevent the vulnerable image from being deployed. Common Causes for the Blocking Error

The error message typically occurs in JFrog Artifactory when a JFrog Xray security policy prevents the retrieval of a critical metadata file. In containerized environments, manifest