As a partner in Microsoft’s MAPP program, Network Box is provided with vulnerability information in advance of Microsoft’s monthly security update. As a managed security provider, Network Box is able to use this information to offer protection to customers efficiently and effectively.
Last week, Microsoft took the unusual step of publicly pre-announcing that they will be releasing 13 bulletins this week. Eight of the bulletins are rated critical, with the other five rated important. In total, 34 vulnerabilities will be announced, with most requiring a restart.
By receiving vulnerability information earlier, Network Box customers benefit from additional possible improvements that provide security protection, such as Active Intrusion Detection and Prevention, as part of the Network Box managed UTM+ services.
Network Box will release a report detailing each vulnerability, the active protection that we have released, and our recommendations regarding each vulnerability. The latest reports can be found on the Network Box MAPP support page, where you can find these a useful summary of the Microsoft announcements.