Shadow Security Scanner (while not being free) is a good application.

Download a 30 day trial here: 

http://www.safety-lab.com/en/download/download.htm

cheers

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bejon Parsinia [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
> Sent: Monday, February 25, 2002 11:20 PM
> To:   Security-Basics (E-mail)
> Subject:      The Best Network Scanner?
> 
> Good day,
> 
> I just wanted to pose this question to the group, what are some of the
> best
> network scanners on the market for finding vulnerabilities on your
> network,
> reporting on issues, and suggesting fixes for the known
vulnerabilities
> that
> are found?  When you respond, please note if this is a *nix or Win32
app
> (I'm in a Win32 environment).  I've been working on testing a few
> different
> products and have had a tough time on picking one to go with.  Also
worth
> noting, I haven't found an application that is thorough enough for my
> liking
> yet either.
> 
> The real dilemma is, I have such a tight budget (who in IT doesn't
these
> days though) that I am forced to make a very informed decision.  So,
with
> that in mind here is your challenge.
> 
> I appreciate any feedback you can give me, and am looking forward to
> putting
> my servers under even greater stress with your recommendations
(assuming
> there is a trial demo available or you suggest a free app).  :)
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> Bejon Parsinia
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> 

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