SekChek Local
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| Initial release | 2006[1] |
|---|---|
| Type | Computer Security |
| License | Proprietry |
| Website | sekchek |
| As of | November 2018 |
SekChek security audit and benchmarking toolset initially released by SekChek IPS in 2006.
History
The SekChek toolset as a set of automated processes to analyze the logical security profile of a computer.[2]. It was developed by former auditors from Deloitte and Touche in 2006.[1]
References
- ^ a b Bosavage, Jennifer (June 7, 2006). "New Service Seeks Out Security Gaps". Dark Reading. United Business Media. TechWeb. Archived from the original on October 25, 2018. Retrieved May 20, 2009.
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- "Audit Programs & ICQs" (Fee required). isaca.org.
- "AD Product Specifications" (PDF). SekChek Local.
- "SAM Product Specifications" (PDF). SekChek Local.
- "Compare Classic Software" (PDF). SekChek Classic.
- Carroll, Mariana (November 2006). "An Information Systems Auditor's Profile" (PDF). UNISA Dissertation.
These reports can be used to identify weaknesses as well as risk ratings and suggested corrective actions. These statements are supported by Mookhey (2004) when he asserts that "the use of these tools for security auditing is prevalentand driven mainly by the inherent complexity within information systems.
- "Annual Specialist IT Audit Activity Report 2004/5" (PDF). LB Bromley Internal Audit Report. November 2006.
- Kearns, Dave (October 5, 2006). "SekChek evaluates security". Network World. International Data Group. Retrieved May 20, 2009.
- "SekChek Provides Independent Reality Check of OS Security" (Press release). Tippit Inc. June 27, 2006.
Independent, objective, and reliable evaluation of a company's computer security is the key deliverable of SekChek
- "Computer Security Evaluator SekChek Announces Brand New Product for On-Site Security" (Press release). Reuters. March 17, 2008.
- "Computer Security Evaluator SekChek Announces Compatibility with Microsoft Windows Vista" (Press release). DABCC. Oct 5, 2007.