SSL Labs Integration with DefectDojo
Qualys SSL Labs is a free online SSL/TLS security testing service that performs comprehensive deep analysis of web server SSL/TLS configurations by examining certificates, protocols, cipher suites, key exchange algorithms, and server settings to identify security weaknesses, misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities that could compromise encrypted communications. The platform delivers graded assessments from F to A+ with detailed evaluation reports and remediation guidance aligned with industry best practices, enabling system administrators, security professionals, and developers to strengthen SSL/TLS implementations and improve the security posture of public-facing web servers.
Data Granularity: What Gets Imported
The following fields are captured from SSL Labs results and surfaced in DefectDojo findings:
| Field | Source | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Finding name from the scan | Matched to the tool's own naming |
| Severity | Critical / High / Medium / Low / Info | Mapped from the tool's own severity scale |
| Description | Finding detail from the report | Includes what the issue is and why it matters |
| Mitigation | Remediation guidance | Where the tool provides it |
Importing Into DefectDojo
Use the DefectDojo import API to create a new Test under the relevant Engagement for your product. The request body:
{
"scan_type": "SSL Labs",
"engagement": "<engagement-id>",
"file": "results.json"
}