Rapid7 vulnerability scans
The Rapid7 scanner must be configured using its GUI, as described in the Rapid7 documentation. Once it is configured, you can use the NetProfiler Administration > Integration > Vulnerability Scanning page to select among certain options that are configured on the Rapid7 scanner.
To configure Quick scans and Deep scans by a Rapid7 scanner:
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Go to the Administration > Integration > Vulnerability Scanning page.
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Select the Quick Scan or Deep Scan tab, as applicable.
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Select Rapid7 from the Scanner list box.
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Fill in the Host name and Port fields with the IP address or the resolvable DNS host name and port number of the Rapid7 device.
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Click Apply.
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Use the Authentication and Settings buttons to open pages for specifying the remaining information.
Notes on Settings
Site Selection – The NetProfiler can direct the Rapid7 scanner to use an existing site or to create a temporary site. If you want to create a temporary site, select the Rapid7 site template to use. Alternatively, select an existing site.
Report Template – Select a Rapid7 report template for the scan report that the Rapid7 scanner is to generate.
Engine ID – If there are multiple scanners under the control of the Rapid7 software, select the one that is to run the scan. Alternatively, leave this field blank to use the default scanner.
Automatic vulnerability scanning
Manually initiating a vulnerability scan