Re: trusted computing base in Windows XP



Irina C <IrinaC@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I'm trying to get some information in as much detail as possible
about what components of Windows XP are considered essential in
enforcing its security policies (i.e. if these components have
vulnerabilities or bugs in them the security of the OS can be
compromized). Thank you, Irina.

"Lanwench [MVP - Exchange]" wrote:

Irina C <Irina C@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi,
Is there any way to find out some information about what is
considered to be a part
of the trusted computing base in Windows XP?

Thank you

I don't understand the question - can you repost with more
information as to what you're actually looking for / trying to do?

That's a very broad question, and difficult to answer. There's no such list
compiled, that I know of. Make sure you keep your systems patched and up to
date, run good realtime antivirus software, and have a good firewall....

You might also try running the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer -

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/tools/mbsahome.mspx



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