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What is a Vulnerability Scan?

Proactively close any gaps and maintain strong security for your systems, data, employees, and customers.

Health check for your IT

Vulnerability scanning is an inspection of the potential points of exploit on a computer or network to identify security holes.

Similar to health check or dental X-rays it is a proactive measure to identify and tackle issues early. 

A scan also detects and classifies system weaknesses in computers, networks and communications equipment and predicts the effectiveness of countermeasures.

Benchmark Network Solutions Provides:

  • Minimized Risk of Data Breaches
  • Compliance with Industry Regulations
  • Cost-Effective Security Strategy
  • Improved Patch Management:
  • Safeguard Sensitive Information
  • Continuous Improvement
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Why Should Businesses Perform Vulnerability Scans?

Performing a network scan for security vulnerabilities is essential to keeping your organization secure, especially as new threats emerge. System changes can introduce vulnerabilities, making regular scans a critical part of cybersecurity.

A scan helps identify weaknesses in your network and software before cybercriminals can exploit them. Many cyber-attacks are automated, targeting known vulnerabilities rather than manually hacking systems. Attackers simply scan for weaknesses, just as anyone can with the right tools.

By using the same scanning tools, businesses can detect and fix security gaps before hackers take advantage of them. Regular scans also provide a baseline assessment of your overall security effectiveness. If your network has multiple vulnerabilities, it signals flaws in your systems or software that need urgent attention.

Vulnerability scans are cost-effective and help prevent expensive data breaches. A breach can lead to hefty fines, lost customers, and a damaged reputation. Additionally, many cyber insurance policies require businesses to conduct regular scans to maintain coverage.

What Are External vs Internal Vulnerability Scans?

External Scan

An external vulnerability scan can help organizations identify and fix security vulnerabilities a cyber criminal can use to gain access to its network. An external scan is conducted from outside an organization’s network. It focuses on IT infrastructure exposed to the internet, including web applications, ports, and networks. This type of scan helps identify security weaknesses in the perimeter, such:
Open ports in the network firewall
Specialized web application firewall

Internal Scan

An internal vulnerability scan is carried out from inside an enterprise network. Internal scans help strengthen and protect applications and systems that external scans may not cover. They play a crucial role in identifying security risks within the network, including:

  • Exploitable vulnerabilities that attackers can use after bypassing perimeter defenses
  • Threats from malware that have already entered the network
  • Insider threats, such as risks from disgruntled employees or contractors
By detecting these issues early, businesses can take proactive steps to mitigate risks and enhance cybersecurity.

What should you do?

At Benchmark, we act as your trusted IT advisor, delivering strategic IT planning and forward-thinking solutions to eliminate persistent IT challenges. By fostering long-term partnerships, we empower businesses with proactive support and tailored strategies—not just vendor services—to drive growth and stability.

Is Your Business Protected from Hidden Threats?

Don’t wait for a cyberattack to expose your vulnerabilities. Regular vulnerability scans are essential to keeping your systems secure, compliant, and running smoothly. With proactive monitoring and expert analysis from Benchmark Network Solutions, we’ll help you identify risks before they become costly problems.

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