As companies become more digitized and reliant on complex information technology systems, having a comprehensive inventory of all hardware and software assets is crucial for security. IT inventory provides visibility into every component on a network: workstations, servers, routers, applications, etc. Therefore, vulnerabilities and risks can be identified and addressed proactively.
Inventory solutions automatically scan the network to create a complete database of all connected endpoints, assets, software titles in use, open ports, user accounts, configurations, and more.
Armed with this information, security teams can identify outdated software demanding patches, suspicious applications …
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Today we have prepared an update that is especially necessary for those who use Total Network Inventory frequently and with many devices. Regular scanning of computers using pre-installed resident agents has now become much easier, more convenient and efficient.
Understanding what devices and users are connected to your corporate network is critical for maintaining security. Network scanning provides visibility into everything on your infrastructure to enable better protection and management. This article explores the concepts of scanning enterprise computer networks.
This is a process in which a network scanning tool is used to is used to identify active devices on a network. This includes servers, workstations, and other network devices. The primary purpose of this scan is to manage, maintain, and secure a system by identifying what devices are running on it and how they …
Effectively tracking software and hardware assets across company networks simplifies IT management, improves security, and optimizes expenditures. This overview covers the main benefits of the central device and software inventories for enterprises and the top methods to establish control.
Software inventory tool refers to the process of keeping track of all the programs and applications installed across a company’s network. It involves identifying, cataloging, and managing the software assets within an organization. This process helps system administrators understand which applications are installed on which computers, and whether they are up to date and in compliance …
Keeping the software on computers on the network up-to-date is extremely important for several reasons. By installing the latest updates and patches that software vendors release, you can benefit from improved security, new features, better performance, and ensured compatibility with other tools and devices.
One of the primary reasons for a software update for a computer is to patch security flaws. Developers regularly discover vulnerabilities that can be exploited by hackers or bad actors. These vulnerabilities can range from minor bugs to critical security holes that could allow unauthorized access to the …
On December 10, a critical vulnerability was discovered in the Log4j component from the Apache Software Foundation, rated at a maximum of 10 on the CVSS scale.
The Log4j component (also known as Log4Shell and LogJam) is a Java-based logging package used by developers to log errors. At the moment, it is already known that the CVE-2021-44228 vulnerability affected a large number of software, including some services of the largest tech companies such as Amazon, Apple, Cisco, Google, Microsoft, Steam and IBM. The Dutch Cybersecurity Center has created a regularly updated doc on GitHub listing the affected applications.
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