# Running Automated Testing

Features

* **Automated Scanning:** Schedule scans to run automatically on your assets at regular intervals.
* **Comprehensive Reporting:** Receive detailed reports outlining identified vulnerabilities, their severity, and recommended mitigations.
* **Customizable Scans:** Tailor scanning parameters to suit the specific needs of your assets.

#### Getting Started

**1. Accessing BATS**

* Log in to your Bugbase dashboard.
* Navigate to the 'Assets' section.

**2. Setting Up Your Assets**

* Click on 'Manage Assets' to input or update the list of assets you want the scanner to analyze. This can include IP addresses, domain names, and other relevant identifiers.

#### Running a Scan

**1. Configure Scan Settings**

* Select the assets you wish to scan from your list.
* Choose the type of scan from the available list of scans.

**2. Start the Scan**

* Once the assets and settings are configured, click on ‘Start Scan’.
* You can monitor the progress in the 'Scan Status' section.

#### Reviewing Scan Results

* After the scan completes, go to the 'Reports' section to view the results.
* The report will detail:
  * **Vulnerabilities Found:** Listing each vulnerability with its description.
  * **Severity Ratings:** Indicating the urgency of addressing each issue.
  * **Remediation Steps:** Offering guidance on how to resolve vulnerabilities.

#### Best Practices

* **Regular Scans:** Schedule regular scans to continually assess the security of your assets.
* **Prompt Remediation:** Act swiftly on the recommendations provided in the scan reports to mitigate risks.
* **Asset Management:** Keep your asset list updated to ensure all critical assets are regularly scanned.

#### Troubleshooting and Support

* If you encounter any issues with the scanner or have questions about your scan results, please contact Bugbase support for assistance.


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