Web Credentials

^{Last updated: 2026-03-10}

Purpose

This article describe how to set up Web Credentials.

Introduction

Web Credentials enable secure authenticated scanning of web applications by configuring credentials such as roles, URLs, and customizable fields like usernames, passwords, PINs, tokens, or security questions within the Portal’s Credentials management interface. This feature supports comprehensive vulnerability assessments by allowing tailored authentication data for web-based systems, ensuring scans access protected resources accurately. By setting up Web Credentials, security teams can enhance the precision of vulnerability detection, maintain compliance with security standards, and strengthen risk management for web assets, making it a critical tool for thorough and secure application testing.

Adding Credentials

1. Log in to OUTSCAN. See the Logging in to the portal article on how to access the Portal.

2. In the Portal view, click the Account button in the upper right corner. Initials in the button may differ depending on the account name.
   

   

   
   

3. Select Credentials in the context menu.
   

   

   
   

4. Click the + Add credentials button to open the Add credentials form.
   

   

Set up Web Credentials

1. In the drop-down menu select Web.
   

   

   
   

2. Enter a Role.

3. Enter a URL.

4. If more fields are required click Add new field to create the number of fields needed.
   
   

   

   
   

    Select a field type from list and enter credentials accordingly.

   • Username

   • PIN

   • Security Question

   • Domain

   • E-mail

   • Member number

   • Password

   • Security answer

   • Phone number

   • First name

   • Last name

   • Token

   • Other
     

5. Custom tags that help categorize and organize the credential. Tags can be used to group resources and control access.
   Resource Groups represent sets of tags Users are authorized to use when creating credentials. Selecting a resource group will automatically apply its associated tags to the credential. Users with limited access must select at least one resource group to ensure the credential is created with tags they are permitted to use. Users may also add additional custom tags if needed.
   

   

   
   

6. Click blue Add button.