Management Summary:
This paper analyzes the suitability of GFI LanGuard and Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) for scanning and analyzing the security of a Moodle E-learning platform backed up to a shared network folder on a Windows 10 workstation. While both tools offer distinct advantages and disadvantages, GFI LanGuard emerges as the more comprehensive and suitable option for this specific use case due to its broader coverage, advanced features, and integration with Windows Server Backup functionalities.
Detailed Decision Justification:
Use Case Requirements:
The presented use case focuses on securing a Moodle platform running on Windows Server 2019 with backups stored on a Windows 10 machine. Key security concerns involve:
Vulnerability assessment: Identifying vulnerabilities in Moodle, Windows Server, and the Windows 10 workstation.
Patch management: Facilitating deployment of security patches for identified vulnerabilities.
Backup verification: Ensuring the integrity and accessibility of Moodle backups on the shared network folder.
Network security monitoring: Detecting threats and suspicious activity on the network.
