Modifying the Vulnerability Status

You can modify the status of each vulnerability or of all vulnerabilities.

Perform the following steps to change the status of vulnerability.

1. In the Vulnerability Catalog page, select an application

2. Select the check box next to the desired vulnerability or multiple vulnerabilities.

3. Click Change Status.

The following status types are supported.

• New: This is a new vulnerability detected by the scan.
• Confirmed: This is a real vulnerability and requires a fix.
• In Review: This vulnerability is currently in review/looked into for further action.
• Reviewed: This vulnerability review is complete.
• Reopened: This is a fixed vulnerability detected again in the rescan and requires to be addressed.
• Fixed: This vulnerability is fixed and does not appear in the next scan result.
• Risk Accepted: This vulnerability is an accepted risk and continues to exist without any potential damage.
• False Positive: This vulnerability is a potential flaw in the scanner or is indicative of a unique feature of the application.
• Removed: This vulnerability is overlooked in the application.