This guide provides instructions on creating and managing scan templates within the SecurityCenter Compliance module. Scan templates are essential for automating compliance checks and ensuring consistent policy enforcement across your infrastructure.

🛠️ Creating a Scan Template

  1. Access the SecurityCenter Console
    Navigate to /SecurityCenter/Compliance/ScanTemplates to start configuring your template.

  2. Define Scan Parameters

    • Select the target assets (e.g., servers, networks)
    • Specify compliance rules to apply (e.g., CIS benchmarks, custom policies)
    • Set scheduling options for regular scans 🗓️
  3. Validate and Save
    Use the template validator tool to check for errors before deployment.
    Save your template with a descriptive name (e.g., PCI_DSS_Scan_Template).

🔍 Key Features

  • Automated Compliance Checks 🔄
  • Rule Customization ✏️
  • Real-time Reporting 📊
  • Integration with SecurityCenter 🌐

📌 Best Practices

  • Regularly update templates to align with evolving compliance standards
  • Use inclusive naming conventions (e.g., ISO_27001_Scan_Template)
  • Enable notification alerts for scan completion or failures ⚠️

📘 Related Documentation

For advanced configuration options, refer to:
Scan Templates Configuration Guide

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