Answer
PROBLEM
When a Windows XP machine is scanned, scan results have missing information and patches cannot be deployed to the same machine.
ENVIRONMENT
- GFI LanGuard
- Microsoft Windows XP
SOLUTION
Disable simple file sharing on the target machines:
- Open Windows Explorer
- Go to Tools > Folder Options... > View tab
- Uncheck 'Use simple file sharing'
- Click on 'Apply'
CAUSE
Windows XP has a feature called Simple File Sharing, which is enabled by default on new installations. For successful scanning and patch deployment, Simple File Sharing needs to be disabled.
