OpenVAS Scanner

Execute OpenVAS vulnerability scans on network devices and applications.

Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zzw4257/security-skills --skill openvas-scanner
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Skill: OpenVAS Scanner
Source: https://github.com/zzw4257/security-skills/tree/main/skills/openvas
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zzw4257/security-skills --skill openvas-scanner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need for comprehensive vulnerability scanning to identify security weaknesses in network infrastructure and applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vulnerability Scanning: Performs authenticated and unauthenticated scans against targets.
  • Reporting: Generates detailed reports on identified vulnerabilities, including severity and remediation advice.
  • Use Case: A security engineer can use this Skill to regularly scan their organization's web servers for common web application vulnerabilities like SQL injection or cross-site scripting.

Quick Start

Use the OpenVAS Scanner skill to perform a full vulnerability scan on the target IP address 192.168.1.1.

Frequently Asked Questions about OpenVAS Scanner

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run vulnerability scanning on network infrastructure to find security weaknesses?

Vulnerability scanning detects security flaws in network devices and applications by executing comprehensive checks using the OpenVAS framework. It performs authenticated and unauthenticated scans against targets to identify weaknesses like SQL injection or cross-site scripting.

What is DAST and how does it apply to web application security assessments?

DAST, or dynamic application security testing, identifies common web application vulnerabilities like SQL injection and cross-site scripting during runtime. Security engineers use DAST to perform authenticated and unauthenticated scans against web servers to find security flaws.

How do I generate compliance reports for security audits after a network vulnerability scan?

Compliance reports for security audits are generated after executing vulnerability scans using the OpenVAS framework. These detailed reports outline identified vulnerabilities, including severity levels and specific remediation advice to address security weaknesses.

Does vulnerability scanning require network accessibility to target systems?

Yes, vulnerability scanning requires network accessibility to target systems to properly execute comprehensive checks. Proper configuration of scan policies is also necessary to ensure the OpenVAS framework can accurately detect security flaws in network infrastructure.

What is the best way to perform penetration testing and security assessments for network devices?

The best way to perform penetration testing and security assessments is by executing comprehensive vulnerability scans using the OpenVAS framework. This approach detects security flaws in network devices and applications while supporting detailed reporting for compliance checks.

When should I not use automated vulnerability scanning for security assessments?

Automated vulnerability scanning should not be used when target systems lack network accessibility or when proper scan policies are not configured. It is also limited if network infrastructure cannot withstand active security assessments without disruption.