The IBM X-Force researches and monitors the latest Internet threat trends, develops security content for IBM ISS customers, and helps advise customers and the general public on how to respond to emerging and critical threats.
X-Force Research and Development Team
The IBM Internet Security Systems (ISS) X-Force research and development team provides the foundation for a preemptive approach to Internet security. The X-Force team is one of the best-known commercial security research groups in the world. This group of security experts researches and evaluates vulnerabilities and security issues, develops assessment and countermeasure technology for IBM ISS products and educates the public about emerging Internet threats.
X-Force Threat Reports
IBM X-Force produces reports on threats affecting Internet security throughout the year. The Trend and Risk Report is produced at mid-year and year-end to provide statistical information about all aspects of threats that affect Internet security. The Threat Insight Report is produced throughout the year, and highlights some of the most significant threats and challenges facing security professionals today.
X-Force Database
The X-Force database is the world's most comprehensive threats and vulnerabilities database. It is the result of thousands of hours of research by the X-Force, and much of the data is used to power the preemptive protection delivered by IBM ISS' products.
X-Force Alerts and Advisories
Additional resources
- IBM ISS' vulnerability disclosure guidelines (63KB)
- X-Force FAQ
- X-Force Public Key
- IBM Internet Security Systems Vulnerability Protection Overview (88KB)
- Heap cache exploitation white paper (433KB)
- Protocol analysis module (PAM) demo
- Protocol analysis module (PAM) demo transcript (286KB)
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Microsoft Security
The IBM X-Force receives advance information about vulnerabilities addressed by Microsoft security updates as a participant in the Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP).
IBM ISS publishes product coverage details for Microsoft security bulletins to help you keep your Microsoft servers, desktops, and applications up to date and secure.
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