SekChek Local vs SekChek Classic
The following table compares the main features of SekChek's Classic and Local tools. It will help you to decide which tool is right for you.
| Features | SekChek Local | SekChek Classic |
| Caters for all major computer platforms |
Supports MS-Windows, Active Directory and MS-Exchange.Support for other platforms is being considered. | Supports MS-Windows, Active Directory, OS/400, UNIX and Novell / Netware and MS-Exchange. |
| Minimal impact on the target Host |
YesThe Scan is executed against the Host system from a workstation attached to the network. | YesAlthough the Scan executes on the target Host it does not use a traditional Setup program and makes no changes to the system. |
| Analyses multiple systems in one Scan |
YesYou can analyse up to 15 Servers per Scan. This makes it easy to compare security across multiple Hosts. | NoThe Scan must be executed on each Host you want to analyse. |
| Pay as you use service, no software licensing fees, regular software updates |
YesYou may copy the software & distribute it in its current form to anyone you wish. | YesYou may copy the software & distribute it in its current form to anyone you wish. |
| Scan data is processed locally |
YesScan data is processed locally on your PC. You use an Access Token to unlock your Scan file. | NoThe encrypted Scan file is sent to SekChek for processing where your security controls are assessed and benchmarked against the industry average. |
| Analyses all user and group accounts, not sample-based |
Yes | Yes |
| Fast turnaround time |
YesYour report is available within minutes of completing a Scan. | YesYour report is typically despatched within 12 hours of receipt of your Scan file. |
| Report format |
MS-Access database with a user-friendly interface. | MS-Word (main report), MS-Excel (option for large report sections). |
| Easy to read results |
YesResults are presented in graphical and tabular formats. Each Report database includes a comprehensive set of summary and detailed reports. | YesEach report section contains a graphical summary and detailed results. |
| Overall Rating of security on a system |
No | YesSecurity is rated against real-life industry averages for security. |
| Independent, objective reporting |
YesThe results are the same regardless of who performs the Scan | YesThe results are the same regardless of who performs the Scan |
| Comparisons against real-life industry averages and leading practices for security |
Yes | Yes |
| Ability to compare security of two systems |
YesComparisons can span both time and system. | YesComparisons can be made for a system at different points in time. |
| Scan data can be queried, sorted, copied / pasted |
YesScan data is written to a Report database in MS-Access format.You can view the results via SekChek’s comprehensive set of reports or develop your own queries using MS-Access’ powerful data manipulation utilities. | LimitedOutput is typically in MS-Word format. |
| Reports provide Implications and general Recommendations |
NoHowever, a comprehensive glossary of all reported security properties is included. | Yes |
| Embedded security tools & utilities |
YesFree utilities include: A tool that performs a basic audit of a client PC; a SID resolver; a redundant SID locator; Encryption /Decryption software; Ping; file hashing software; and a Service Request sub-system for requesting popular documents. | YesFree utilities include: A tool that performs a basic audit of a client PC; a SID resolver; a redundant SID locator; Encryption /Decryption software; Ping; file hashing software; and a Service Request sub-system for requesting popular documents. |
| Access to SekChek's Technical Support Helpdesk |
Yes | Yes |
| Money-back guarantee (no report, no charge) |
Yes | Yes |
| A proven track record |
YesThe tool builds on the strengths of the classic SekChek tool | YesSekChek has provided this service to leading audit firms, security practitioners and internal audit functions in the world's best known organisations since 1996. |
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