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Scheduled Scans

Automate your compliance assessments by scheduling regular CIS Benchmark scans with daily, weekly, or monthly runs.

Features6 steps
  1. Log in to ConfigCobra

    Access the ConfigCobra application using your credentials.

    Log in at app.configcobra.com ↗ using your credentials.

  2. Navigate to Scheduler tab

    Go to the Scheduler section to manage your automated assessment schedules.

    Go to the Scheduler tab in the main navigation menu.

    Scheduler tab
  3. Create a new schedule

    Set up automated assessment runs by creating a new schedule with your preferred timing and benchmark selection.

    Press "Create New Schedule" in the top right corner, then configure your schedule:

    • Add a name for your schedule
    • Select the desired timeframes (daily, weekly, monthly, or custom)
    • Choose either a rule set (learn more about rule sets) or a custom selection of specific benchmarks
    • Press "Create Schedule" to activate it
    Create schedule
  4. Edit an existing schedule

    Modify the name, timing, or benchmark selection of your scheduled assessments.

    To edit a schedule, press the edit icon on the right side of the desired schedule. You can update the name, timeframes, or change the rule set or benchmark selection.

    Edit or delete schedule
  5. Delete a schedule

    Remove schedules that are no longer needed from your account.

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    To delete a schedule, press the delete button on the right of the desired schedule. This will stop all future automated runs for that schedule.

  6. Receive email notifications

    Get notified automatically after each scheduled assessment run completes.

    After each scheduled assessment run ends, you will receive an email notification with the results. Learn more about notifications and how to configure your email preferences.

    Email notifications

Scheduling Frequencies #

ConfigCobra supports the following scheduling frequencies:

Daily
Run assessments every day at a specified time. Ideal for critical security controls that need continuous monitoring.
Weekly
Schedule assessments to run once per week on a specific day. Perfect for regular compliance checks.
Monthly
Automated assessments run once per month. Great for comprehensive compliance audits.
Custom
Define your own schedule with specific dates and times. Use for unique compliance requirements or special audit periods.
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