Report a False Positive Vulnerability

Overview

OSU Information Security Services allows faculty and staff to report suspected false positive vulnerability alerts. This service helps ensure that vulnerability reports are accurate and actionable, reducing unnecessary work and focusing remediation efforts on real security issues.

Features and Benefits


  • Provides a dedicated process for reporting false positives
  • Ensures vulnerability data is accurate and reliable
  • Reduces wasted effort on non-existent threats
  • Helps improve the accuracy of future scans and alerts
  • Allows for timely review and validation by security staff

Who is this Service Offering Available to?

Available to OSU faculty and staff across all campuses.

Service Availability

False positive reports can be submitted at any time using the designated online form. Reports are typically reviewed within 10 business days.

Fees or Costs Associated with the Service

There is no fee for submitting or reviewing false positive reports.