Abstract: A method of vulnerability analysis of a deployed program (program) includes inputting a binary program under analysis (BPUA) derived from the program. The method includes analyzing input/output (I/O) behavior of the program. The method includes discovering inputs to the program based on application of exploration techniques to the BPUA and analysis of the I/O behavior. The method includes determining which of the inputs are negative inputs. The negative inputs are inputs that trigger a response that includes a vulnerability of the program. Based on the negative inputs and triggered responses, the method includes developing a patch for the program that modifies the program to process at least some of the negative inputs without triggering a response that includes the vulnerability. The method includes automatically dispatching the patch.

Abstract: A method of vulnerability analysis of a deployed program (program) includes inputting a binary program under analysis (BPUA) derived from the program. The method includes analyzing input/output (I/O) behavior of the program. The method includes discovering inputs to the program based on application of exploration techniques to the BPUA and analysis of the I/O behavior. The method includes determining which of the inputs are negative inputs. The negative inputs are inputs that trigger a response that includes a vulnerability of the program. Based on the negative inputs and triggered responses, the method includes developing a patch for the program that modifies the program to process at least some of the negative inputs without triggering a response that includes the vulnerability. The method includes automatically dispatching the patch.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing contaminants from the probe tip of a coordinate measurement machine. The apparatus includes a cleaning chamber and a number of spray nozzles arranged to direct a cleaning solution onto the probe tip from multiple directions. The spray nozzles are adjustable to vary the distance between the head of each nozzle and the probe tip. A photoelectric sensor is provided to detect the presence of the probe tip within the cleaning chamber. A control valve is opened in response to detection of the probe tip to selectively deliver a cleaning fluid to the spray nozzles. A timer selectively controls the commencement and/or the duration of the spray cycle. The cleaning solution preferably comprises a mixture of compressed air and isopropyl alcohol, intermixed by a fluidic mixer. The mixer is preferably adjustable to regulate the amount of isopropyl alcohol intermixed with the compressed air.