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May 19, 2013

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ALSO CALLED: Network Vulnerability Assessment, Network Vulnerability, Security Vulnerabilities, Network Security Vulnerabilities, Vulnerabilities, Host Vulnerability Assessment, Internet Security Vulnerabilities DEFINITION: A vulnerability scanner is a program that performs the diagnostic phase of a vulnerability analysis,also known as vulnerability assessment. Vulnerability analysis defines,identifies, and classifies the security holes (vulnerabilities) in acomputer, server, network, or communications infrastructure. Inaddition, vulnerability analysis can forecast the effectiveness ofproposed countermeasures, and evaluate … Definition continues below.
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Forrester - Close the security gap with vulnerability sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited WHITE PAPER: View this informative white paper to learn how independent vulnerability research improved companies' threat awareness and ability to update security devices quickly. Uncover more about the key findings from this study and develop a better understanding on vulnerability management. Posted: 19 Sep 2012 \| Published: 19 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Data Security \| Patch Management \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Services

Lumension Guide to Patch Management Best Practices sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Access this white paper to discover patch management best practices. Learn how to better mitigate risk and remediate vulnerabilities. Posted: 14 Sep 2012 \| Published: 14 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments

HP Fortify on Demand - Enterprise Software Security in the Cloud sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company WHITE PAPER: HP is changing the enterprise security landscape with its Security Intelligence and Risk Management Platform. By using advanced threat research and security events and vulnerabilities, they develop an unparalleled visibility. Access this informative white paper to learn more about security-as-a-service (SaaS) and how it can help your organization. Posted: 24 Aug 2012 \| Published: 31 May 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Security \| Data Security \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Systems \| Managed Security Services \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Software \| Security Systems \| Software \| Software as a Service \| Software Best Practices \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Top Five Reasons to Deploy a Dedicated Database Security Solution: Establish a criticial last line of defense sponsored by McAfee, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the top 5 reasons why protecting the valuable and confidential information stored within databases is vital for maintaining the integrity and reputation of organisations everywhere—not to mention ensuring regulatory compliance. Posted: 20 Aug 2012 \| Published: 20 Aug 2012 TOPICS: Data Security \| Database Management \| Database Security \| Endpoint Security \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Payment Card Industry \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Regulatory Compliance \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

IT Pros Guide to Endpoint Protection: Top 5 Tips for Enabling a Self-Defending Endpoint sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Learn how to avoid costly malware outbreaks with this informative resource. Posted: 19 Jul 2012 \| Published: 29 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Data Security \| Database Security \| Databases \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

HP Fortify Software Security Center - Proactively Eliminate Risk in Software sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited WHITE PAPER: As applications become more accessible though the web, cloud and mobile devices, they are extending beyond perimeter defences, leaving them and your sensitive data at risk. Discover a proactive approach to eliminating risk in software and explore how you can gain comprehensive security and meet your most essential software security objectives. Posted: 25 Jan 2012 \| Published: 25 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Managed Security Services \| Secure Application Development \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments

2012 - Endpoint Security Best Practices Survey sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: Consult this informative resource to find out more about securing your endpoints. It outlines the best practices to avoid a cyber-attack along with many other helpful recommendations. Posted: 06 Sep 2012 \| Published: 06 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Firewall Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Small Businesses \| Spyware \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Patch management: Fixing vulnerabilities before they are exploited sponsored by GFI LanGuard WHITE PAPER: Software updates are constant, and it's one of the most challeneging and resource-intensive tasks for an IT department. Securing vulnerabilities remains one of the most essential updates for IT pros. View this informative white paper to learn more about effective patch managment. Posted: 05 Sep 2012 \| Published: 05 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Operating Systems \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

GFI Reviews and awards sponsored by GFI LanGuard WHITE PAPER: Access this exclusive resource to read reviews and uncover the awards given to one particular network security and vulnerability scanner by 80 different websites and critics. Learn why this award-winning solution is trusted by so many organizations across the globe! Posted: 05 Sep 2012 \| Published: 05 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Firewall Management \| Firewall Server Hardware \| Firewall Server Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Services

HP Fortify Software Security Center- Proactively Eliminate Risk in Software sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company WHITE PAPER: Learn how HP can transform your enterprise security landscape with its Security Intelligence and Risk Management Platform. By using advanced threat research, you can ensure unparalleled visibility across security assets. With over 90 percent of vulnerabilities in software, this is a resource you certainly don't want to overlook. Posted: 24 Aug 2012 \| Published: 24 Aug 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Systems \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Select the right solution for endpoint management sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: Selecting the best form of endpoint security for your business can seem like an impossible challenge. Consult this informative white paper to learn more about getting started with endpoint management. It outlines features and capabilities that contribute to an effective endpoint management solution for your business. Posted: 24 Aug 2012 \| Published: 24 Aug 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Security \| Security Systems \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Rewriting the rules of patch management sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: By implementing more patches, software vendors are keeping pace with malware exploits. Consult this informative white paper to learn more about patch management and how it can benefit your business. Virtually eliminate the risks to your company by following these steps. Posted: 24 Aug 2012 \| Published: 09 Feb 2011 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Compliance Software \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Security \| Security Systems \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Webroot Secure Anywhere - Endpoint Protection sponsored by Webroot WHITE PAPER: Threats are becoming more sophisticated and frequent than ever before, as a result businesses require a revolutionary approach to endpoint malware protection. Access this informative white paper to learn how Webroot is using its services to keep security up-to-date and effective. Posted: 06 Aug 2012 \| Published: 06 Aug 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Security \| Endpoint Security \| Firewall Management \| Malware \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

The Top 10 Reports for Managing Vulnerabilities sponsored by Qualys WHITE PAPER: Observing the complete lifecycle of vulnerability management begins with asset discovery. Learn more about the key steps for successful management with this informative resource. How can you improve your security? Posted: 30 Jul 2012 \| Published: 30 Jul 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Network Architectures \| Network Security \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security \| Web Services

Web Application Security: How to Minimize the Risk of Attacks sponsored by Qualys WHITE PAPER: This informative white paper outlines the importance of Web application security. With over 55 percent of vulnerabilities in 2010 resulting in attacks, a solution is necessary. Learn more about the different types of Web application vulnerabilities as well as how to detect vulnerabilities more efficiently. Posted: 26 Jul 2012 \| Published: 26 Jul 2012 TOPICS: Application Monitoring \| Application Security \| Authentication \| SQL \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security \| Web Applications Management \| Web Browsers \| Web Services \| Web Services Security

Protect citizen data with IBM Rational software sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: Digital and connected government information improves processes and makes accessibility simple for public sector agencies. This white paper outlines how agencies can keep their information available without risking sensitive data. Posted: 24 Jul 2012 \| Published: 24 Jul 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Data Governance \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Database Security \| Identity Management \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Best Practices to Protect the Cardholder Data Environment and Achieve PCI Compliance sponsored by Rapid7 WHITE PAPER: Cyber-attacks that target customer and financial information are becoming more popular and businesses need to protect their data. Prevent attackers from taking advantage of the gaps in your security plan by creating a comprehensive information security policy. Posted: 18 Jul 2012 \| Published: 18 Jul 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Compliance Software \| Data Security \| Database Security \| Network Monitoring \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

The Busy IT Pros Guide to Vulnerability Management: Top 5 Tips for Avoiding Preventable Attacks sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Many businesses suffer attacks because they leave their endpoints unpatched and insecurely configured. Protecting every aspect of your organizations valuable information is an essential part of the security process. This white paper provides five tips for avoiding preventable attacks and creating a comprehensive vulnerability management plan. Posted: 17 Jul 2012 \| Published: 29 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| IT Managers \| IT Services \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

10 Tips for Mobile Application Security sponsored by Dell SecureWorks WHITE PAPER: While the rapid growth of mobility has enabled increased customer satisfaction, operational efficiencies, employee productivity and more; it has also introduced a number of new security challenges. In this paper, uncover 10 must-know tips for deploying secure mobile applications to help you leverage mobility while keeping the bad guys out. Posted: 18 Jun 2012 \| Published: 18 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Secure Application Development \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Web Application Security \| Wireless Security

Symantec Internet Security Threat Report: Trends for 2011 sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: This threat report takes a thorough look back at the most significant threats, trends and outright attacks of the year that was. Read now for helpful tips and best practices for keeping your confidential information safe. Posted: 25 May 2012 \| Published: 30 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Internet \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Phishing \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Software Security Analysis: Control Flow Security Analysis with McCabe IQ sponsored by McCabe Software, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how comprehensive security analysis equips you with the proper insight into the structure of your software code to identify and resolve possible security holes Posted: 17 Apr 2012 \| Published: 17 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Software \| Software Quality Assurance \| Software Testing \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Why Free Patch Management Tools Could Cost You More sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores why so-called "free" patch management solutions could really end up costing your organization more in the long run. Posted: 13 Jan 2012 \| Published: 13 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

The CISOs Guide to Measuring IT Security sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: In this comprehensive white paper, learn the key steps to enhancing your security visibility so that you have a voice at the executive table and not just a seat. Posted: 12 Jan 2012 \| Published: 12 Jan 2012 TOPICS: CISOs \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Lumension Patch Management: Picking the Low-Hanging Fruit sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores a centralized, comprehensive approach to application patching, allowing security pros to automatically detect risks, deploy patches and protect business information across a complex, highly distributed physical and virtual environment. Posted: 12 Jan 2012 \| Published: 12 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Cybersecurity \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Three simple steps to better patch security sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Security experts estimate that 90% of successful attacks against software vulnerabilities could be prevented with an existing patch or configuration setting. Still, many computers in organizations remain unpatched and unprotected. In this whitepaper, uncover three best practices for improving your security and compliance with patch assessment. Posted: 01 Jan 2012 \| Published: 16 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Application Security \| Configuration Management \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Security Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

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VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENTS DEFINITION (continued): … how well they work after theyare put into use.A vulnerability scanner relies on a database that contains allthe information required to check a system for security holes inservices and ports, anomalies in packet construction, and potentialpaths to exploitable programs or scripts. Then the scanner tries toexploit each vulnerability that is discovered. This process issometimes called ethical hacking.An ideal vulnerability scanner has capabilities such as the following: Maintenance of an up-to-date database of vulnerabilities. Detection of genuine vulnerabilities without an excessive number of …
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