The browser-enabled Vulnerability Information window provides dynamic information for Internet Scanner’s built-in exploits and plug-in exploits. Each Web page contains:
a vulnerability description,
a list of platforms affected by the vulnerability,
a risk level (high, medium, or low) associated with the vulnerability,
a remedy containing fix information, patches, or workarounds, and
a dynamic reference linking to a Web site that may contain additional fix information, patches, or updates.
Warning: A vulnerability’s Remedy or Reference section may link to Web sites containing malicious content. Access these Web sites at your own risk. For additional information on choosing a default Web browser to view vulnerability information, see Web Browser Options.
The X-Force Know Your Risks hotspot links you to the X-Force Knowledge Base, which contains detailed information for more than 3000 vulnerabilities, provides dynamic security alert updates, and lists the latest global news covering computer attacks and network security threats.