HP sets up new security service

HP has set up a new service to help businesses address their computer security issues.

Through HP Comprehensive Applications Threat Analysis, the printer ink provider will deliver a range of guidance on how to solve any security flaws.

The life cycle security assessment service will address defects in applications and architecture and also recommend how businesses should use security controls, defend attacks and reduce costs associated with application ownership.

Chris Whitener, chief security strategist of Secure Advantage at HP said: "Customers are under increasing pressure from threats that exploit security weaknesses that were either missed or insufficiently addressed during early life cycle phases.

"The HP Comprehensive Applications Threat Analysis service helps organisations reduce hidden weaknesses early in the assessment process and provides recommended mitigation strategies and secure design principles."

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