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Can Vulnerability and Secure Baseline Scanning Be Conducted on Disconnected Machines?

Yes, vulnerability and secure baseline scanning can be conducted on machines that are disconnected from the network. By utilizing installed agents, CYRISMA ensures that these scans can operate independently, even without network connectivity.

Written by Liam Downward

Updated at December 18th, 2024

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Table of Contents

How It Works Best Practices for Scanning Disconnected Machines Benefits of This Approach Key Considerations

How It Works

Self-Scanning by Installed Agents:

  • Each installed agent is capable of performing self-scanning directly on the machine where it resides.
  • This allows for comprehensive vulnerability and secure baseline assessments without requiring real-time network connectivity.

Scheduled Scans:

  • Agents can be configured to run scheduled scans at predetermined intervals.
  • These scans operate autonomously and capture results locally, ensuring no loss of data or coverage.

Results Sync Once Online:

  • When the disconnected machines come back online, the scan results are automatically synchronized with the Cyrisma platform.
  • This ensures that the environment remains fully updated with the latest assessment data.

Best Practices for Scanning Disconnected Machines

Install Agents on Each Machine:
Ensure an agent is installed on every machine that needs to be scanned, especially those frequently disconnected from the network.

Schedule Scans Regularly:
Configure recurring scans to ensure continuous assessments, even during periods of disconnection.

Monitor Agent Status:
Check the CYRISMA dashboard to confirm when agents reconnect and upload scan results.

Validate Scan Coverage:
Periodically verify that all targeted machines have up-to-date scans, especially after extended periods of disconnection.


Benefits of This Approach

Comprehensive Coverage:
Scans can be performed across all devices, regardless of network status.

Flexibility:
Autonomous scanning eliminates the need for manual intervention during disconnections.

Reduced Risk:
s and configuration issues are identified and logged even when devices are offline, enabling proactive remediation.


Key Considerations

  • Agents must be installed and configured before machines disconnect from the network.
  • Scan results will not be available in the CYRISMA platform until the machine reconnects and synchronizes data.

If you have additional questions or need assistance setting up agents for disconnected machines, please reach out to CYRISMA Support.

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