Vulnerability scanning technology is an important network security technology. It works in conjunction with firewalls and intrusion detection systems to effectively enhance network security. By scanning the network, network administrators can understand the network's security settings and running application services, timely identify security vulnerabilities, objectively evaluate the network risk level, etc. InsightSec provides a brief introduction below.
Network administrators can correct network security vulnerabilities and system errors based on the scan results, and take preventive measures before an attack occurs. If firewalls and network monitoring systems are passive defense measures, then security scanning is an active defense measure that can effectively prevent attack behavior and prevent problems before they happen.
Regular self-assessment of network security
Equipped with a vulnerability scanning system, network management personnel can regularly conduct network security testing services. Security testing can help customers eliminate security risks to a large extent, discover security vulnerabilities as early as possible, and effectively use existing systems, optimize resources, and improve network operating efficiency.
Check after installing new software or starting new services
Due to the various forms of vulnerabilities and security risks, installing new software and starting new services may expose hidden vulnerabilities. Therefore, the system should be rescanned after these operations to ensure security.
Security planning evaluation and effectiveness verification before and after network construction and reconstruction
Network constructors must establish an overall security plan to oversee the entire situation. They should strike a balance between the acceptable risk level and acceptable cost, and make choices among various security products and technologies. Equipping a network vulnerability scanning/network assessment system can make it very convenient for you to evaluate the security planning and evaluate the effectiveness of the network security system construction plan.
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