Internet Scanner Software Checks Network Security Atlanta, Jan. 17 -- Internet Security Systems has released version 3.2 of its Internet Scanner software. The company said the program is an "attack simulator" that tests your organization's network for security holes. ISS said Internet Scanner 3.2 has enhanced reporting capabilities and added tests for more than 130 security vulnerabilities, including the recently revealed Microsoft File Sharing bug. "Our added focus on Microsoft security holes stems from our customers' rapid adoption of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-enabled Microsoft Windows NT and Windows 95," said Chris Klaus, founder and chief executive officer of ISS. According to Don Ulsch, a security consultant affiliated with the National Security Institute in Westborough, Massachusetts, The movement to Windows 95 created a whole new set of security concerns for network administrators. "Similar to virus scanning software, a security scanning tools' value to a corporation declines quickly unless it can detect the latest security holes. In the security arena, every upgrade is crucial," said Ulsch. New features of Internet Scanner 3.2 include added reporting capabilities including hyperlinks that connect to CERT advisories and vendor World Wide Web sites to pull down patches and information regarding network holes, and addition of Linux as a supported platform. The company said that will allow easy scanning from laptop PCs. The additional tests added to the new version include the Microsoft File Sharing bug, the TelnetD bug, the Stealth Scan, Finger Bomb, and misconfigured Linux NIS services. The company said its customers who have current maintenance contracts can now electronically download the updated version from the USS Web home page at http://iss.net. Internet Security Systems, tel 770-441-2531, fax 770-441-2431