urlscan provides a web sandbox that analyzes and visualizes website behavior in real-time, offering detailed insights into URL interactions, resource sizes, and IP addresses. This technology enables users to identify potential security threats and understand the context of web content, enhancing their ability to mitigate risks associated with online activities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Analyzing website behavior for potential security threats often requires specialized tools and expertise. Traditional methods can be time-consuming and may not provide real-time insights into URL interactions and associated risks.
Solution
urlscan.io is a web sandbox designed to analyze and visualize website behavior in real-time, providing detailed insights into URLs. The platform scans URLs, recording HTTP request data, domain interactions, links, and website technologies. It also captures file hashes and SSL certificate information, correlating related scans and IP details to offer a comprehensive risk assessment. This service allows users to identify potential security threats, such as phishing attempts and malware distribution, and understand the context of web content.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes security professionals, incident responders, threat intelligence analysts, and researchers who need to quickly assess the risk associated with URLs and understand website behavior.
Features
- Real-time analysis and visualization of website behavior
- Detailed reports including HTTP request data, domain interactions, and linked resources
- Identification of website technologies and SSL certificate information
- Malware detection and classification based on behavioral analysis
- Extraction of file hashes (IOCs) for threat intelligence
- Public, unlisted, and private scan visibility options
- Country selection for scan origin (commercial plans only)
- API access for automated scanning, searching, and integration