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Detailed walkthroughs of StrongKeep’s core tools, including scans, endpoint protection, network protection, password management, automations, training, crisis drills, and incident response.
Sir Stonk
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Platform Features

Website & Vulnerability Scans How to Run a Scan 1. Go to Scans in your dashboard. 2. Enter your website or application URL. 3. Hit Run Scan. 4. Sit back — results appear once the check is complete. Understanding Scan Results - High Severity – Fix immediately; attackers love these. - Medium Severity – Address soon; they can be chained into bigger issues. - Low Severity – Keep an eye on them; not urgent but worth cleaning up. Fixing Common Issues - Outdated software? Update it. - Weak SSL/TLS settings? Reconfigure your web server. - Missing headers or security policies? Apply recommended patches. If you’re not sure, share the report with your IT vendor — they’ll know what to do. Endpoint Protection (EDR) Installing & Managing Agents 1. Go to Endpoints → Add Endpoint. 2. Download the installer for Windows or Mac. 3. Run the installer on the device. 4. The device will show up in your dashboard once it checks in. Monitoring Devices Your dashboard displays: - Active devices (protected and reporting). - Inactive devices (offline or not reporting). - Alerts if suspicious activity is detected. Responding to Alerts If StrongKeep flags suspicious activity: 1. Check the alert details in your dashboard. 2. We usually block bad things automatically, by default. 3. If confirmed malicious, you can also isolate the device from the network. 4. Follow remediation guidance or escalate to support. Automations & Workflows Setting Up Automated Tasks - Go to Automations → New Workflow. - Select the trigger (e.g., new employee added). - Choose actions (e.g., send policy, assign quiz, install EDR). - Save and activate. Example Workflow: New Employee Onboarding - Send Acceptable Use Policy for acknowledgment. - Assign Security Quiz. - Install EDR agent on their laptop. All done automatically when HR adds them. Example Workflow: Phishing Training & Tracking - Schedule quarterly phishing test emails. - Track who clicks and who reports. - Assign refresher training to repeat offenders. Training & Awareness Running Staff Security Quizzes - Go to Training → Quizzes. - Select the quiz topic. - Assign to individuals or groups. - Completion status shows in the dashboard. Tracking Training Completion - Dashboard displays completion rates by user and department. - Export reports for compliance audits. Phishing Simulation Campaigns - Go to Training → Phishing Tests. - Choose a template (generic, invoice, HR-style). - Launch campaign. - Review results and follow up with targeted training. Insurance How Insurance Qualification Works StrongKeep collects and validates compliance data. If you meet the baseline, we fast-track your application with insurance partners — no endless questionnaires. Linking Compliance to Insurance Discounts - Complete compliance modules. - Pass training and endpoint protection checks. - Your insurer sees you as a lower risk — which translates into lower premiums. Incident Response What’s Included in StrongKeep IR - Access to automated cyber incident response self-help tools. - Guidance on recovery steps. - Help with reporting and insurance claims. How to Trigger an IR Retainer Event 1. Go to Activate Help in your dashboard. 2. Follow the instructions and your insurance (if paid for) will get in touch.

Last updated on Dec 18, 2025

Installing DNS Firewall/Web Filter

Overview DNS Firewall (also called Web Filter Protection) blocks malicious and unsafe websites before they can reach your devices. To keep things simple and secure, this protection is provisioned per device — so the first step is making sure your devices are already onboarded in StrongKeep. Once provisioned, StrongKeep generates a Resolver ID and install link, which guides the user through setup step by step. Don’t worry — you don’t need to be technical. We’ve got you covered 🛡️ Prerequisites Before you start, make sure: - ✅ The device is already onboarded in Device Management - ✅ You have permission to manage devices in StrongKeep If you haven’t onboarded the device yet, head to Team → Device Management first. Option 1: Protect a Single Device Use this if you’re setting up DNS Firewall for just one device. 1. Go to Team → Device Management 2. Click on the device you want to protect 3. Scroll down to the Web Filter section 4. Click Protect this device That’s it — StrongKeep will prepare the setup link for you. Option 2: Protect Multiple Devices at Once Use this if you want to roll out DNS Firewall to several devices together. 1. Go to Team → Device Management 2. Open the Coverage & Services tab 3. Scroll down to the Web Filter section 4. Click Provision Service to Devices 5. Select the devices you want to protect 6. Confirm your selection StrongKeep will now provision DNS Firewall for all selected devices. Resolver ID & Installation Link After provisioning (using either option above), StrongKeep will generate: - Resolver ID - Installation link, in this format: https://controld.com/provision?resolverUid={Resolver ID} What to do next - Share this link with the person who has access to the device(s) - Open the link on the target device - Follow the step-by-step instructions shown on the page to complete installation The instructions are tailored to the device’s operating system, so no guesswork needed.

Last updated on Dec 18, 2025

Install Anti-Malware on Your Devices

Overview This guide helps you install StrongKeep’s anti-malware protection on your company devices, such as laptops used by your team. StrongKeep uses Palo Alto Networks Cortex as the underlying anti-malware and endpoint protection engine. This is the same technology trusted by large enterprises, while setup and daily management remain simple for smaller teams. Once installed, StrongKeep keeps watch in the background. It monitors for malware, suspicious behaviour, and threats, so you do not have to. Before You Start Make sure at least one device has been added to StrongKeep under Device Management. This helps StrongKeep tailor the installer to the right operating system. Ways to Download the Anti-Malware Installer Option 1: Download from Device Management Use this if you just want the installer quickly. 1. Go to Team → Device Management. 2. Click Download Installer. 3. Select the correct operating system (macOS or Windows). 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the installer. Option 2: Download from a Specific Device (Recommended) Use this if you’ve already created a device or asset list. 1. Go to Team → Device Management. 2. Click on a device from the list. 3. Scroll to the Anti-Malware section. 4. Download the installer — the OS is pre-selected based on the device record. This reduces mistakes and ensures the right installer is used. Option 3: Download from Coverage & Services Use this if you’re rolling out protection to multiple devices. 1. Go to Team → Device Management. 2. Open the Coverage & Services tab. 3. Scroll down to Anti-Malware. 4. Download the installer for the required operating system. Installing the Anti-Malware After downloading the installer using one of the methods above, share it with the relevant devices and follow the steps below. Install on macOS 1. Open the downloaded .pkg file. 2. Follow the installation wizard. 3. When prompted, allow required security and system permissions. 4. Complete the setup and wait for installation to finish. Once installed, the device will automatically appear as protected in StrongKeep. Install on Windows 1. Open the downloaded .exe installer. 2. Approve the security prompt if shown. 3. Follow the on-screen installation steps. 4. Wait for the installer to complete. The device will check in automatically and show up as protected in your dashboard. What Happens Next? - The device begins reporting security status automatically. - Malware and suspicious activity are monitored in real time. - You can view protection status anytime under Device Management. No daily action needed — StrongKeep keeps watch for you 🛡️ Tips & Troubleshooting - Installer won’t run? Make sure you’re logged in as an admin on the device. - Wrong OS selected? Download again using the device page — it auto-selects the correct version. - Not showing as protected yet? Give it a few minutes, then refresh the dashboard.

Last updated on Dec 22, 2025