Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer File
General Information
| Title | MBSA File Extension |
| Extension | .mbsa |
| Full Form | Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store security reports |
| Additional Functions | Security assessment |
| Features | XML format, Analyzable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Network Security | Yes |
| Vulnerability Assessment | Yes |
| IT Auditing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Information disclosure |
| Best Practices | Access control, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2002 |
| Latest Version | MBSA 2.3 (2014) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xml, .csv |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer |
Free | Windows |