Automated Descriptive Vulnerability Illumination in Software for Operation Readiness (ADVISOR)

The ADVISOR system provides a passive, non-attributable approach to mapping attack surfaces, detecting network vulnerabilities, and discovering zero-day threats for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and commercial systems. Leveraging global sensor data, advanced fuzzing, and dynamic analysis, ADVISOR proactively identifies weaknesses in third-party networks without active scanning or forensic traceability. Key Features & CapabilitiesHigh Reach: ADVISOR leverages a global array of network sensors to infer network maps, identify exposed devices, and analyze running software—all without active scanning or attribution.Zero-Day Discovery: Proactively find new zero days to enrich attack surface maps beyond known CVEs. Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses 100% of the MITRE Top 25 Most Dangerous Weaknesses, ensuring robust security across attack surfaces.Real-Time Risk Prioritization: Dynamically ranks vulnerabilities based on ROI and potential impact, ensuring critical threats are identified and mitigated first.Scalability & Integration: Designed to seamlessly integrate with MDA cybersecurity frameworks, ADVISOR scales effortlessly to handle large, complex networks.Technical ApproachAttack Map Construction: Non-accredited systems routinely interact with public services (e.g., software updates, DNS, web browsing). Our approach leverages global sensor data from these interactions to infer network maps, identify exposed devices, and analyze running software—all without active scanning or attribution. Reliability with PoVs: advanced fuzzing and symbolic execution finds zero-days and creates a POV, guaranteeing zero false positives. Automation & Risk Prioritization: Algorithms dynamically learn where to maximize ROI for mission success. Covert Operations & No Attribution: Avoids intrusive scanning while remaining undetectable, ensuring stealthy reconnaissance.Usability: Iterative UX design ensures analysts can deploy ADVISOR without specialized training. Vendor-neutral formats and APIs enable integration within existing ecosystems Operational Use CasesMDA Cybersecurity: Secures mission-critical systems against zero-day threats.Third-Party Risk Assessment: Evaluates vendors & suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks.Continuous Security Monitoring: Provides proactive, non-disruptive protection against evolving cyber threats.