Understanding Security Scanning
Definition
Automated identification of security vulnerabilities in systems, applications, and networks. Security scanning tools detect misconfigurations, missing patches, weak credentials, and known vulnerabilities. Organizations perform regular scans (weekly or continuous) and prioritize remediation based on risk severity. RFPs should ask about vendor scanning frequency, tools used, remediation SLAs, and customer access to scan results.
Why This Matters
Regular vulnerability scanning identifies misconfigurations, missing patches, and known vulnerabilities before exploitation. Organizations should require vendors to perform regular scans (weekly or continuous) and prioritize remediation based on risk severity. RFPs should ask about scanning frequency, tools used, remediation SLAs, and customer access to scan results. Scanning discipline indicates security program maturity.
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Simulated cyber attacks testing security defenses by attempting to exploit vulnerabilities in applications, networks, or systems.
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