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Secunia PSI

Version: 1.5

Downloads Count: 121,654

License Type: Free

Price: Free

Date Added: Aug 8, 2009

Operating Systems: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003

Requirements: Administrative privileges on PC

File Size: 604 KB

Author: Secunia

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One of the best ways to protect your PC is to keep all your software up-to-date. Patching over security holes blocks online attackers who like nothing more than exploiting old software flaws to surreptitiously install Trojans and other malware.

The free Secunia Personal Software Inspector makes it easy to find and fix old programs on your PC, even those that lack automatic update features. It scans your computer to find out what versions of what software you have installed, and it reports on which might contain known security holes.

But the excellent app doesn't stop there. Secunia PSI also provides clickable links to download available patches or program updates, which makes updating most software a snap. Other helpful icons can open the program's folder, bring up online references for any security advisories, and perform other useful tasks.

Less technical users can opt for a simple interface mode that lists only easy-to-patch software. But it's worth trying the advanced interface, which displays a wealth of information about your installed software. The latest version includes a handy "Secure Browsing" tab that reports not only on your browser version(s), but also on any plugins, ActiveX controls, Firefox add-ons and other extras.

By default, Secunia PSI will start with Windows and report on new software or newly discovered security holes. Gamers and anyone else who wants to conserve system resources can turn off those options using the settings tab in the advanced mode, and instead run manual scans.

Secunia PSI won't do away with the need to run a good antivirus program and firewall on your PC. But it provides a solid layer of free protection that no PC should do without.

--Erik Larkin

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Reviewed by: wsmacl

10-15-2009

Duration of ownership: 6 Months

Strengths: It makes sure my programs are all fully up to date, and warns of potential security holes.

Weaknesses: Not always easy to discern how to resolve the problems it finds, but with patience (and perhaps the help of a techie friend) everything can be resolved.

Overall Evaluation: Great product. Perhaps the most important security program you can have on your PC. Much of mal-ware these days comes by way of a browser or other exploit. Exploits that have often been patched. Keeping your programs updated can help stop even new mal-ware that your AV program does not have a signature for yet. It can be tough to keep yourself updated with all the patches. This program helps immensely with that task. I don't leave it running all the time (although I could), but I am sure to run it every few weeks.
Reviewed by: timr999

09-28-2009

Duration of ownership: 1 Years

Strengths: Attempts to stay abreast of ALL software updates. Does a good job.

Weaknesses: A recent scan continued to tell me that a version of Adobe software was not current, when it was.

Overall Evaluation: ZD Net has a similar program and found 3 additional outdated programs.....I will use the program regularly along with others that identify outdated programs/software. Definitely use it.
Reviewed by: craigchiavetta

09-07-2009

Duration of ownership: 1 Days

Strengths: Found 2 out of date programs that CNet TechTracker didn't.

Weaknesses: None

Overall Evaluation: It's a keeper.
Reviewed by: tome0001

09-07-2009

Duration of ownership: 2 Years

Strengths: Quickly and accurately identifies available software updates

Weaknesses: No major weaknesses found

Overall Evaluation: Outstanding
Reviewed by: solopixil

08-10-2009

Duration of ownership: 1 Months

Strengths: Simple to use, bulletproof, identified several legitimate security issues. Program also points you in the right direction for fixing the threat.

Weaknesses: Sometimes too thorough. Can identify items that are not really a threat so the user has to do research on them.

Overall Evaluation: This is a very useful program and one that I keep on all the time. You do have to know when you're getting a false threat indicator, but overall it identifies real threats and indicates how to fix them.
Reviewed by: jaikala2424

08-10-2009

Duration of ownership: 0 Months

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