Panoptic Scans: Automating SOC2 Vulnerability Scans with Vanta Written on . Posted in Informational.
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance is critical for SaaS companies and other organizations handling sensitive data. However, the process of preparing for audits and managing vulnerability scans can be time-consuming and complex. That's why we designed Panoptic Scans to seamlessly integrate with Vanta, a leading compliance automation platform. This powerful combination simplifies SOC 2 compliance by automating vulnerability scans, streamlining evidence collection, and ensuring continuous monitoring. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Panoptic Scans and Vanta work together to make compliance effortless and secure.
Why SOC 2 Compliance Matters
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a framework designed to ensure that service providers securely manage customer data based on five Trust Service Criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. For SaaS companies, SOC 2 compliance is often a prerequisite for closing deals with enterprise clients, as it demonstrates a commitment to robust security practices.
However, achieving SOC 2 compliance requires regular vulnerability scanning to identify and remediate potential security risks. Manual processes can be error-prone and resource-intensive, leading to delays in audit preparation. This is where automation tools like Panoptic Scans and Vanta come in, offering a streamlined solution to stay audit-ready.
How Panoptic Scans Enhances SOC 2 Compliance
Panoptic Scans is a cutting-edge vulnerability management platform that provides continuous discovery and prioritization of attack surface issues. By integrating with Vanta, Panoptic Scans automates the process of conducting and documenting vulnerability scans, ensuring that your organization meets SOC 2 requirements with minimal effort. Here’s how it works:
- Continuous Scanning: Panoptic Scans automatically discovers and monitors changes to your IT assets, scheduling regular scans to identify vulnerabilities in real time.
- Seamless Evidence Collection: OpenVAS scan results are sent directly to Vanta’s #vulnerability-scan section, eliminating the need for manual downloads or uploads.
- Automated Reporting: Panoptic Scans populates Vanta’s compliance templates with scan evidence, making it easy to generate audit-ready reports.
- Prioritized Remediation: The platform highlights critical vulnerabilities, allowing your team to focus on fixes that matter most.
Setting Up the Panoptic Scans and Vanta Integration
Connecting Panoptic Scans to Vanta is straightforward and user-friendly. Follow these simple steps to get started:
- Once logged in, navigate to the account settings page.
- Select Connect Vanta and log into your Vanta account.
- Click "Allow" to authorize the integration.
- Launch a recurring OpenVas vulnerability scan on the new scan page (daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly).
- View the uploaded evidence in Vanta’s Vulnerability Scan section.
The integration is available for the basic, premium and pro plans, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can benefit from automated compliance. For scheduled OpenVas scans reports will automatically be uploaded to Vanta ensuring continuous compliance without manual intervention.
Benefits of Automating SOC 2 Scans with Panoptic Scans and Vanta
By combining Panoptic Scans’ robust vulnerability management with Vanta’s compliance automation, organizations can achieve several key benefits:
- Time Savings: Automating scan evidence collection and reporting reduces the time spent on audit preparation by up to 90%.
- Improved Accuracy: Eliminate human error by automatically populating Vanta reports with scan data in the correct format.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Continuous monitoring and prioritized remediation help address vulnerabilities before they become threats.
- Scalability: As your organization grows, Panoptic Scans and Vanta scale effortlessly to meet evolving compliance needs.
- Competitive Advantage: SOC 2 compliance opens doors to new business opportunities by building trust with clients and partners.
Real-World Impact: Why It Matters
For SaaS companies, compliance is not just a checkbox—it’s a competitive differentiator. According to industry reports, 80% of enterprise clients require SOC 2 compliance before signing contracts. By automating external network vulnerability scans with Panoptic Scans and Vanta, organizations can close deals faster, reduce compliance costs, and focus on innovation rather than manual processes.
Moreover, the integration aligns with the Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) process, helping organizations identify gaps, implement controls, and continuously improve their security posture. This proactive approach not only ensures compliance but also strengthens trust with customers and stakeholders.
Get Started Today
Ready to simplify your SOC 2 compliance journey? With Panoptic Scans and Vanta, you can automate vulnerability scans, streamline evidence collection, and stay audit-ready with ease.