POLARIS helps you manage your cybersecurity posture. This tool scans your internal policy documents to find missing requirements from standards like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2. The software runs entirely on your machine. You keep your data private and offline.
Large organizations use complex frameworks to manage security. POLARIS simplifies this by comparing your written policies against industry benchmarks. It uses natural language processing to identify areas where your current documentation does not meet required standards. It generates clear PDF reports that highlight these gaps for your review.
Before you install this software, ensure your computer meets these minimum specifications:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit).
- Memory: 8 GB of RAM.
- Processor: Dual-core 2.0 GHz processor or better.
- Storage: 500 MB of available space for the application and database files.
- Internet: Only needed for the initial download.
- Visit the official releases page to download the application.
- Select the file named
POLARIS-Setup.exefrom the latest release list. - Save the file to your computer.
- Locate the file in your downloads folder.
- Double-click the file to start the installer.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup process.
- Click the POLARIS icon on your desktop to open the program.
- Launch POLARIS from your desktop.
- Select the framework button at the top of the window, such as ISO 27001.
- Click the Import button to select your policy documents from your computer.
- POLARIS accepts PDF, DOCX, and TXT files.
- Press the Run Analysis button to begin the scan.
- Wait for the progress bar to finish.
- Navigate to the Reports tab to view your findings.
- Click Export to save the analysis as a PDF.
The results screen displays a list of compliance gaps. Each item shows the specific requirement from the standard and the corresponding text from your policy. A score indicates how well your document matches the requirement.
- High score: Your policy aligns with the framework.
- Medium score: Your policy covers the concept but lacks specific details.
- Low score: Your policy lacks the necessary language to satisfy the requirement.
POLARIS operates in a local environment. Your files never leave your computer. The engine processes your documents within the application memory. The software does not store your content on a remote server. You hold full control over your diagnostic data at all times.
If you encounter problems during the installation or analysis, follow these steps:
- Application will not start: Right-click the shortcut and select Run as Administrator.
- Slow analysis: Close other heavy applications like web browsers or video editors to free up system memory.
- Files not detected: Ensure your documents are not password-protected. The engine cannot read encrypted files.
- PDF reports are blank: Verify that you have a PDF viewer installed on your system.
Check the release page periodically for new definitions and security framework updates. If you need to update the software, download the new installer and run it over the existing version. The installer detects your current settings and keeps your configuration intact.
This software provides a report for internal use. It functions as a roadmap for your management team. Use the results of the tool to improve your security writing. Always consult with a certified auditor or a legal specialist before you finalize your security documentation for official certification. POLARIS provides efficiency and organization, but it does not replace professional human review.