So you test and install the latest patches from Microsoft every month. You also ensure that everyone’s virus protection is up-to-date and working correctly. You are protected right? Maybe not. Each of the software applications on your computer and others probably also need to be patched or updated. Everyday software makers issue secu
rity warnings about their software. Chances are that you do not have the time to keep up with all of these warnings.
Fortunately, Secunia has taken care of job for you with three different versions of vulnerability scanning.
- Online This online tool will scan your computer in 5 to 40 seconds using a small Java application.
- Personal Desktop This downloaded application installs on your home computer and monitors your software installations.
- Full Infrastructure This paid version scans your entire network of computers looking for vulnerabilities.
The first two options are free. The third is geared towards business networks and runs on your server.
Once the scanner has scanned your computer it then not only lists unsecured applications, but it also lets you know which version you should install to protect yourself. Secunia does not cover every application in existence, but they do handle the most common computer applications.