Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer is a free tool which scans local or network PCs (Windows XP-8.1) for security issues.
Launch the program and you're given options to scan one or multiple computers, by name, domain or IP address(es).
If you just want to run a quick test on the current PC, click "Scan a computer" > "Start Scan".
Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer runs a variety of checks on your system, and these can take a while to complete. Don't be surprised if you're waiting for two or three minutes.
Once it's done a full report on your system appears, with an overall verdict, and a summary of every check: missing security updates, blank/ simple/ non-expiring passwords, firewall settings, Windows update policy, Guest Account status, Administrator account details, security event auditing, unnecessary services, network shares, Registry permissions, Internet Explorer Zone configuration, SQL Server/ IIS configuration (if they're installed), and more.
Some of these items have links to explain what was scanned, and how to correct the problem.
The reports may be printed or copied to the clipboard, and they're also saved for reference later.
Verdict:
It's a pity that Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 2.3 doesn't officially support Windows 10, but it's still a handy way to check the security settings on older systems.
Your Comments & Opinion
A powerful security tool to monitor data sent from your computer
Detect intruders on your wireless network
Create a private network with this free and secure VPN tool
Keep an eye on all the network connections being made by programs on your PC
Protect your computer from internet and network threats with this easy to use firewall
Analyze your PC's open network connections
Secure your mobile wireless connection when you’re out and about
Monitor exactly how your network connection is being used in Lion
Detect even more malware with ESET's latest antivirus toolkit
Protect your PC from hackers, malware and more
Track and recover your lost or stolen laptop with this free tool
Secure password manager which helps to keep your login details safe.
Seek out and destroy the most common malware with a click