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Lynis vs WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

A side-by-side look at Lynis and WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Lynis

Lynis

Security & Privacy

Lynis is an open source security auditing tool for Linux and UNIX-based systems. It performs an in-depth security scan to detect vulnerabilities, provide tips for system hardening, and monitor compliance status.

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WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

WDAC [Windows Defender Application Control]

Security & Privacy

WDAC (Windows Defender Application Control) is a feature of Windows 10 and Windows Server that allows only trusted applications to run on your devices. It prevents unauthorized or malicious software from running.

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