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Tech Tip – Vulnerability Scanning – Secunia.com

Most Windows users know about Windows Update and probably have it set to check automatically for critical updates to Windows. But what about the rest of your software?

That’s where Secunia comes in to play. I first learned about Secunia from one of the network security conferences I regularly attend and found them to be one of the good guys.

Here’s what they have to say about their software inspectors…

Scan, detect, and update vulnerable programs. The Secunia Software Inspectors are the first internal vulnerability scanners that focus solely on detection and assessment of missing security patches and end-of-life programs – the result is an unprecedented level of scan accuracy. Scanning for missing security patches and vulnerabilities have never been easier or more precise.The Software Inspectors are perfect supplements to Windows Update as they inform about missing patches for thousands of third party programs. Secunia offers three Software Inspectors, each with a specific user focus.

I personally use the free PSI (personal desktop) product on my home computers and run the online scanner as part of my diagnostics when servicing clients. Give it a try and see what you think.

http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/