Overview
IPMeter is a vulnerability assessment and network discovery tool integrated into your Security Management Platform. It allows administrators to identify devices on their network, discover potential vulnerabilities, and generate detailed reports to help improve their cybersecurity posture.
Using IPMeter, you can:
Discover devices on your network
Identify open ports and running services
Detect potential vulnerabilities
Generate detailed security reports
Maintain visibility into connected assets
This article covers:
Adding an IPMeter server
Running Discovery Scans
Running Vulnerability Scans
Monitoring scan progress
Viewing scan results
Reviewing reports
Prerequisites
Before using IPMeter, ensure:
An IPMeter server has been installed and configured.
The IPMeter server is reachable from your Security Management Platform.
You have Administrator privileges within the system.
The IPMeter server API is operational.
Any required firewall rules have been configured.
Adding an IPMeter Server
Before scans can be performed, an IPMeter server must be added to the system.
Add a New Server
Log into your Security Management Platform.
Navigate to:
Cybersecurity → IPMeter Servers
Click Add New Server.
Complete the server information.
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Friendly name for the IPMeter server |
| Hostname / IP Address | IP address or DNS name of the IPMeter server |
| Port | API port used by the IPMeter service |
| Username | API username (if applicable) |
| Password | API password (if applicable) |
| Active | Enables communication with the server |
Click Save.
Select the newly created server.
Click Test Connection.
Verify the server status displays:
Connected
If the connection test fails:
Verify the server IP address.
Verify the API port number.
Confirm the IPMeter service is running.
Verify network connectivity between systems.
Review any firewall restrictions.
Running a Discovery Scan
A Discovery Scan identifies active devices on a network and gathers basic information about those devices.
Typical information collected includes:
IP Address
Hostname
MAC Address
Open Ports
Operating System Information
Start a Discovery Scan
Navigate to:
Cybersecurity → IPMeter
Select the desired IPMeter server.
Click Start Scan.
Select:
Discovery Scan
Enter the target network.
Examples:
192.168.1.0/24
10.0.0.0/24
172.16.5.0/24
Click Start.
The scan will be submitted to the selected IPMeter server for processing.
Running a Vulnerability Scan
A Vulnerability Scan performs a deeper analysis of hosts and services to identify known security issues.
Vulnerability scans can help identify:
Missing security updates
Exposed services
Weak configurations
Known CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures)
Security risks requiring remediation
Start a Vulnerability Scan
Navigate to:
Cybersecurity → IPMeter
Select the desired IPMeter server.
Click Start Scan.
Select:
Vulnerability Scan
Enter the target.
Examples:
192.168.1.10
192.168.1.0/24
server.company.com
Click Start.
Depending on the size of the environment, vulnerability scans may take longer than discovery scans to complete.
Monitoring Scan Progress
The Recent Tasks section displays all submitted scans.
Information available includes:
Task ID
Scan Type
Target
Start Time
Status
Possible scan statuses include:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Pending | Scan is waiting to begin |
| Running | Scan is actively processing |
| Completed | Scan finished successfully |
| Failed | Scan encountered an error |
The system automatically refreshes task status while scans are in progress.
Viewing Scan Results
Once a scan has completed:
Locate the scan in the Recent Tasks list.
Click View Results.
The system retrieves the results from the IPMeter server and displays a summary of the findings.
Results may include:
Discovered hosts
Open ports
Running services
Operating system information
Vulnerability findings
Severity ratings
Understanding Vulnerability Severity
IPMeter categorizes findings based on severity to help prioritize remediation efforts.
| Severity | Description |
|---|---|
| Critical | Immediate remediation recommended |
| High | Significant security risk |
| Medium | Moderate security concern |
| Low | Minor security issue |
| Informational | Informational finding only |
Security administrators should prioritize Critical and High severity findings whenever possible.
Viewing Reports
Completed reports can be reviewed at any time.
Access Reports
Navigate to:
Cybersecurity → Reports
Use filters to locate the desired report.
Available filters may include:
Date Range
Server
Scan Type
Status
Select a report to view its details.
Report Sections
Reports may include the following sections.
Executive Summary
A high-level overview of the scan and key findings.
Host Inventory
A list of discovered devices and systems.
Open Ports and Services
Information about exposed services identified during the scan.
Vulnerabilities
Detailed information regarding identified vulnerabilities, including:
Vulnerability Name
Severity
Description
Affected Systems
Recommended Remediation
Network Information
Additional network-related information collected during the scan process.
Exporting Reports
Reports can be exported for auditing, compliance, or remediation tracking purposes.
Supported export formats may include:
PDF
HTML
CSV
Export a Report
Open the desired report.
Click Export.
Select the desired format.
Save the exported file.
Best Practices
To get the most value from IPMeter, consider the following recommendations:
Run Discovery Scans regularly to identify new devices.
Perform Vulnerability Scans on a scheduled basis.
Review Critical and High findings immediately.
Verify remediation efforts by rescanning affected systems.
Maintain an inventory of approved devices.
Investigate unexpected devices discovered during scans.
Archive reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
Troubleshooting
Unable to Connect to an IPMeter Server
Verify:
The server is powered on.
The IP address or hostname is correct.
The API service is running.
Network connectivity exists between systems.
Firewall rules permit communication.
Scan Remains in Pending Status
Verify:
The IPMeter server is online.
The scan service is operational.
The server is not overloaded with queued tasks.
No Devices Found During Discovery
Verify:
The target subnet is correct.
Devices are powered on.
Network security controls are not blocking scan traffic.
Routing exists to the target network.
Vulnerability Scan Fails
Verify:
The target is reachable.
Credentials (if used) are valid.
Required scanning services are operational.
Additional Information
IPMeter helps organizations gain visibility into their network environment by identifying connected assets and potential security risks. Regular scanning and timely remediation can significantly improve an organization's cybersecurity readiness and reduce exposure to known vulnerabilities.