What is a website vulnerability scanner and how do I use it?
A vulnerability scanner automatically tests your website for security weaknesses: outdated software versions, SQL injection points, XSS vulnerabilities, open admin URLs, weak passwords, and misconfigured headers. Tools by type: WordPress-specific: WPScan (command-line, checks all plugins/themes against vulnerability database — free for personal use), Wordfence (plugin, continuous scanning). General web scanners: OWASP ZAP (free, professional-grade), Nikto (command-line), Burp Suite Community (manual penetration testing). Online scanners: Sucuri SiteCheck (sitecheck.sucuri.net — free, basic), Qualys SSL Labs (ssllabs.com/ssltest — SSL/TLS configuration). Monthly scanning routine: 1) Run WPScan: wpscan --url https://yourdomain.com --api-token YOUR_TOKEN. 2) Review Wordfence threat report. 3) Check Google Search Console Security Issues tab. 4) Test SSL configuration at SSL Labs (target A+ rating). 5) Verify security headers at securityheaders.com. Connect Quest Imunify360 provides automated daily scanning on all hosting plans. Run additional manual scans on your site hosted at connectquest.co.in.