Vulnerability management proactively prevents the exploitation of IT security gaps and weaknesses that exist particularly within a larger organization. This book demonstrates how prevention can reduce the potential for exploitation and shows that it takes considerably less time and resources to manage potential weaknesses, than to clean up after a violation. Written by a leading expert in IT security, this volume provides guidance for creating a vulnerability management program in a large, globally distributed company. It covers areas often neglected or falsely appearing secure. The text includes checklists and details the activities that constitute successful management.