OpenVAS Automate Script

Automates OpenVAS scans with features like profile selection, report generation, and error handling. OpenVAS is an open-source vulnerability scanner.

Configuration:

Set these in the script:

• USER, PASS: OpenVAS authentication.
• HOST, PORT: OpenVAS server details.
• SCAN_PROFILES, REPORT_FORMATS: Predefined scan profiles and report formats.
• DEFAULT_SCAN_PROFILE, DEFAULT_REPORT_FORMAT: Defaults if user doesn't select.
• ALIVE_TEST: Method for target availability.

Usage:

1. chmod +x openvas-automate.sh
2. ./openvas-automate.sh <target_host>
3. Follow prompts for scan profile and report format.
4. Monitor and get report file on completion.

Notes:

• Ensure OpenVAS server configuration and omp tool availability.
• Scan duration depends on scan size/complexity.
• Script cleans up on abortion or error.

License:

MIT