Run Scan
Run Scan lets you manually trigger a scan by selecting an eligible scan template. Only templates whose subnets have scanners assigned are shown. After starting a scan, you are redirected to the Status page to monitor progress.
Inputs
| Name | Description | Allowed Values | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scan Template | The template that defines targets (subnets) and ports to scan | Any eligible scan template (subnets must have scanners assigned) | None selected |
Fields & Columns
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Template Name | Name of the scan template, with test count in parentheses if tests are defined |
| Template Details | Description and test count shown after selecting a template |
How To
Run a Scan
- Select a scan template from the dropdown.
- Review the template details panel that appears below.
- Click "Run Scan" to start the scan.
- You will be redirected to the Status page to monitor progress.
Gotchas
- Templates are hidden if none of their subnets have scanners assigned — assign scanners in Config > Subnets first.
- If a template has tests defined, results are compared against expected outcomes and report pass/fail counts.
API Calls (2)
| Method | Path | Description |
|---|---|---|
| GET | /api/config/scan-templates | List available scan templates |
| POST | /api/scans | Create and start a new scan from a template |
Related Pages
- Scan Status — Monitor scan progress and view results after launching
- Schedules — Automate recurring scans instead of running manually
- Scan Templates — Configure the templates that appear in the Run page dropdown