Vulnerability scanning identifies security weaknesses before attackers can exploit them, essential for proactive security.
What is Vulnerability Scanning?
Automated tools probe systems for known vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and missing patches.
Scan Types
- Network Scans - Discover hosts and open ports.
- Authenticated Scans - Deep inspection with credentials.
Best Practices
- Regular Scanning - Schedule scans weekly or after changes.
- Prioritize Findings - Focus on critical vulnerabilities first.
Complement Scanning
Block scanners probing your network.