GFI LanGuard is a software that offers patch management, vulnerability assessment, and network auditing tools in a user-friendly console. It functions as a virtual security consultant to ensure essential security needs are met.
GFI LanGuard is an exceptional software package for patch management of security and non-security patches. It supports major web browsers, over 60 third-party applications, Mac OS X, Linux distributions, and Microsoft operating systems. This feature makes it a very versatile and comprehensive tool for system administrators looking to manage security in enterprise networks.
The security audit feature of GFI LanGuard checks for more than 50,000 vulnerability assessments using an extensive database that incorporates OVAL (10,000+ checks) and SANS Top 20 standards for industrial strength assessments. Innovative agent technology is used to distribute the scanning and remediation load across machines, making it particularly useful in enterprise networks. The vulnerability scans are multi-platform and virtual machines are also supported. Smartphones, tablets, printers, switches, and routers from a wide range of manufacturers can also be audited using GFI LanGuard.
The software also comes with an auditing function that allows users to learn everything about their network's security status including checking for connected USB devices, smartphones, and tablets, software types and versions, the number of open shares, open ports, weak passwords, users or groups that are no longer in use, and the security health status of Linux systems on the network. GFI LanGuard has a powerful dashboard that provides a complete summary of network security status. Integration with over 4,000+ critical security applications ensures the latest updates and definitions are always in place.
Furthermore, the software supports extensive reporting that includes technical, managerial, and compliance standard-specific reports (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOX, CIPA, etc.). Wake-on-LAN support is also standard, allowing GFI LanGuard to power devices on and off before and after scanning, saving energy and maximizing convenience.
In conclusion, GFI LanGuard is an excellent software package for system administrators looking to manage security in enterprise networks. With its comprehensive patch management, industrial strength audit feature, and powerful dashboard, GFI LanGuard is a one-stop solution for network security management. Its extensive reporting capabilities and support for various compliance standards make it an ideal tool for organizations that require a high level of security.
The security audit feature of GFI LanGuard checks for more than 50,000 vulnerability assessments using an extensive database that incorporates OVAL (10,000+ checks) and SANS Top 20 standards for industrial strength assessments. Innovative agent technology is used to distribute the scanning and remediation load across machines, making it particularly useful in enterprise networks. The vulnerability scans are multi-platform and virtual machines are also supported. Smartphones, tablets, printers, switches, and routers from a wide range of manufacturers can also be audited using GFI LanGuard.
The software also comes with an auditing function that allows users to learn everything about their network's security status including checking for connected USB devices, smartphones, and tablets, software types and versions, the number of open shares, open ports, weak passwords, users or groups that are no longer in use, and the security health status of Linux systems on the network. GFI LanGuard has a powerful dashboard that provides a complete summary of network security status. Integration with over 4,000+ critical security applications ensures the latest updates and definitions are always in place.
Furthermore, the software supports extensive reporting that includes technical, managerial, and compliance standard-specific reports (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOX, CIPA, etc.). Wake-on-LAN support is also standard, allowing GFI LanGuard to power devices on and off before and after scanning, saving energy and maximizing convenience.
In conclusion, GFI LanGuard is an excellent software package for system administrators looking to manage security in enterprise networks. With its comprehensive patch management, industrial strength audit feature, and powerful dashboard, GFI LanGuard is a one-stop solution for network security management. Its extensive reporting capabilities and support for various compliance standards make it an ideal tool for organizations that require a high level of security.
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