• How to start a test on Beagle Security?

  To get started with Beagle Security: Sign up using your email address and verify it through the confirmation email. Set up your profile by entering your name and creating a password. Complete the onboarding form by answering a few short questions. Set up your first application: Enter a Project name Enter an Application name Provide the Website URL Click Continue You’ll see a message confirming that your application was created successfully. You'll now be prompted to complPopular

• Why do I need continuous web application security testing? I already do manual penetration tests.

  Manual penetration tests are an excellent way to understand your organisation's security posture and improve it accordingly. Most companies perform an annual security audit and in some cases quarterly security audit as a primary defense against attackers. Even though manual penetration tests come with its own merits, there's a gaping hole that's left unaddressed. What happens between these manual tests? Continuous coverage is essential because there is a need to address security misconfiguratiFew readers

• What all can I security test using Beagle Security?

  Beagle Security allows you to perform automated security testing on a wide range of digital assets including web applications, REST APIs, GraphQL endpoints and WordPress sites.  For web applications, it simulates real-world attack scenarios to identify vulnerabilities including those in the OWASP Top 10, misconfigurations and several other security flaws. REST APIs are tested for critical issues such as injection attacks and broken authentication. It also supports testing GraphQL endpoints. WoFew readers

• Is it safe to test a production environment?

  Beagle Security is configured to be production-environment friendly and follows strict protocols to minimize disruption.  However, since our tests are designed to be thorough and mimic real-world attack scenarios, there is always a small risk involved. We aim to cover all possible vectors a malicious hacker might exploit, which may sometimes lead to unexpected behavior in sensitive environments. For this reason, we strongly recommend running tests on a staging or development instance that closFew readers

• How long will it take for a security test to complete?

  The duration of a security test is influenced by a variety of factors. Therefore, it's quite difficult to arrive at an estimate but some of the most common factors that influence the duration of a test are:  Size of the website- Very large websites cause tests to run for longer because each set of attack vectors must be tested on each of the webpages.  High number of ports- The higher the number of ports running services exposed to the internet, the longer the duration of the tests as aFew readers

• What all is covered in a security test?

  Beagle Security offers an extensive suite of automated test cases designed to assess the security posture of websites, APIs and GraphQL endpoints. While it’s difficult to list every vulnerability due to the constantly evolving threat landscape, Beagle Security ensures broad and deep coverage across key vulnerability categories. The platform’s security tests are structured around industry standards, particularly the OWASP Top 10, helping you quickly identify and prioritize critical issues like SFew readers

• What IPs do I need to whitelist in order for the tests to take place more effectively?

  To ensure smooth and uninterrupted vulnerability testing, you need to whitelist specific IP addresses used by Beagle Security in your firewall and security systems before initiating a VAPT. This allows our testing traffic to bypass restrictions such as rate limiting and IP blocking ensuring accurate vulnerability detection without disruptions.  To view the list of IPs to whitelist: Go to the Applications tab in your Beagle Security dashboard. Select the application you want to configureFew readers

• Will Beagle Security's tests damage my systems?

  No, Beagle Security is designed to be non-intrusive and safe for your systems. Our testing engine does not overwhelm your infrastructure with high traffic or destructive payloads.  Every scan is executed in a controlled manner to ensure that it does not disrupt your application’s performance or cause downtime. This makes it safe to run security tests even on production environments, without the risk of unintended damage.Few readers

• Will Beagle Security still work if my website is hosted behind Cloudfare?

  Beagle Security’s testing approach is built with a strong focus on the safety and integrity of your systems. Our test engine is designed to operate in a non-intrusive manner, ensuring that it does not cause any harm or downtime. Even when conducting tests in production environments, we take all necessary precautions to prevent any unintended impact. Our testing process is carefully engineered to identify vulnerabilities effectively while maintaining the normal functioning of your website.Few readers

• How to stop a test?

  If you need to interrupt a security test after it has started, Beagle Security allows you to safely stop the test at any point without affecting your application. To stop a test, follow either of the two methods depending on your preference: From the Application list Navigate to the Applications tab, click on the specific application where the test is running, and then click the "Stop test" button visible in the Configuration view. From the Test progress view Go to the TesFew readers