Qualys SSL Labs is a free online service that performs a deep analysis of the SSL/TLS configuration of web servers. It helps administrators and security professionals identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in their SSL/TLS implementations.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive SSL/TLS Analysis: Examines various aspects of SSL/TLS configuration, including certificate validity, protocol support, cipher suites, and key exchange mechanisms.
- Vulnerability Detection: Identifies known vulnerabilities such as Heartbleed, POODLE, and BEAST.
- Configuration Best Practices: Provides recommendations for improving SSL/TLS configuration based on industry best practices.
- Detailed Reporting: Generates detailed reports with findings and recommendations.
- Public and Private Testing: Allows testing of both publicly accessible and internal web servers.
Use Cases:
- Security Audits: Assess the security posture of web servers and identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Compliance Testing: Verify compliance with industry standards and regulations such as PCI DSS.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose SSL/TLS related issues and identify the root cause.
- Configuration Optimization: Improve the performance and security of SSL/TLS implementations.
