OpenWatchOpen-Source SCAP Scanner
Free, powerful, and extensible SCAP compliance scanning platform. Automated security assessment with STIG, CIS, and NIST framework support.
Complete SCAP Compliance Scanning Solution
Built for security professionals who need powerful, flexible, and cost-effective compliance scanning.
Multi-Host SCAP Scanning
Scan multiple systems simultaneously with support for SSH, local, and containerized environments.
STIG & CIS Benchmark Support
Pre-configured profiles for DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and NIST frameworks.
Plugin Architecture
Extensible plugin system for custom compliance checks and integration with existing tools.
Multiple Output Formats
Generate reports in XML, HTML, JSON, and CSV formats for various stakeholders.
Container-Native Deployment
Deploy with Docker or Kubernetes for scalable, isolated scanning environments.
MIT Open Source License
Completely free to use, modify, and distribute in commercial and non-commercial environments.
Technical Specifications
Supported Platforms
- • Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE)
- • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
- • macOS (Darwin)
- • Container Images (Docker/Podman)
- • Cloud Instances (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Compliance Frameworks
- • DISA STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guides)
- • CIS Benchmarks (Center for Internet Security)
- • NIST 800-53 Controls
- • FISMA Compliance
- • Custom XCCDF Profiles
Get Started with OpenWatch
Deploy and start scanning in minutes with our comprehensive documentation.
1. Download & Install
Get the latest release from GitHub or pull the Docker image.
2. Configure Scans
Set up scanning profiles and target hosts using our configuration guide.
3. Join Community
Connect with other users and contributors in our community forums.