FAQ
Vulnerability Scanning Frequently Asked Questions
Your external attack surface is constantly evolving, creating new risks from unknown assets, exposed services and misconfigurations. Below, we answer common questions about External Attack Surface Management and how DarkInvader helps security teams discover, monitor and prioritise external threats. If you need further clarity or a tailored demonstration, our team is here to help.
1 - What Is External Vulnerability Scanning?
External vulnerability scanning is the automated process of identifying known security weaknesses across your internet-facing assets. This includes scanning web applications, exposed services, open ports and infrastructure for misconfigurations, outdated software and exploitable flaws. By continuously assessing your external environment, DarkInvader helps organisations understand where technical vulnerabilities exist before attackers can exploit them.
2 - What Types of Vulnerabilities Can DarkInvader Detect?
DarkInvader detects a wide range of external vulnerabilities, including outdated software versions, exposed administrative interfaces, insecure configurations, weak encryption settings and publicly known CVEs. The platform analyses discovered assets against continuously updated vulnerability intelligence, helping security teams identify risks that could lead to unauthorised access, data exposure or service disruption.
3 - How Often Are Vulnerability Scans Performed?
Vulnerability scanning is performed continuously to ensure that newly discovered weaknesses are identified as they emerge. As infrastructure evolves and new threats are disclosed, your external environment is reassessed. This ongoing approach reduces the risk of vulnerabilities remaining undetected between traditional periodic assessments.
4 - How Does Vulnerability Scanning Differ From Penetration Testing?
Vulnerability scanning is an automated, continuous process focused on identifying known weaknesses at scale. Penetration testing, by contrast, is a manual, in-depth assessment that simulates real-world attacker behaviour. DarkInvader’s scanning capability provides ongoing visibility between formal penetration tests, helping maintain a consistent security baseline.
5 - How Are Vulnerabilities Prioritised for Remediation?
DarkInvader contextualises each vulnerability based on severity, exploitability and exposure level. Rather than presenting raw scan results alone, the platform highlights which weaknesses pose the greatest risk to your organisation. This enables security teams to focus remediation efforts on vulnerabilities that have the highest likelihood and potential impact of exploitation.
