HTTP

HTTP connectors enable you to automatically import assets from files hosted online. With HTTP connectors, you can dynamically generate a file to integrate any existing service with Halo Security and ensure an accurate and up-to-date asset inventory.

Preparing an HTTP file

Start by hosting an HTTP file on the internet.

• The content type should be text/plain.

• The file should list IPs and/or hostnames, with each entry on a separate line.

An example file would look like this:

www.example.com
www2.example.com
111.111.111.111

Add an HTTP connector

To add an HTTP connector, go to Assets → Seeds → Connectors → Add Connector. Name the HTTP connector, then configure the settings.

Settings

• Name: An internal name for this connector. You can use multiple HTTP connectors for different URLs.

• Auto Run: Determines the frequency of adding assets from the file to your asset list.

• URL: The location of the file.

  • Example: https://www.example.com/assets-list.txt

• Headers: Optional HTTP headers for authentication or tracking.

• Username / Password: Optional basic HTTP authentication credentials for accessing the URL.

• Ignored Assets: Optional list of assets to ignore when parsing the file.