How to Use Corgea

Getting started with Corgea

In this guide, you'll learn how to quickly set up Corgea to identify and fix security vulnerabilities in your code. After reading this, you’ll be ready to enhance your code security with minimal effort.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to Corgea's website.
2. Click on the “Sign Up” button located in the top right corner of the homepage.
3. Fill in your details (name, email, password) and click “Create Account.”
4. Confirm your email address through the verification link sent to your inbox.
5. Log in to your account and complete any setup prompts.

Step 2: Your first scan

1. Once logged in, navigate to the “Dashboard” from the left-hand menu.
2. Click on the “New Scan” button.
3. Upload your codebase by clicking “Upload” or linking to your repository.
4. Select the type of scan you want (e.g., quick scan, comprehensive scan) using the dropdown menu.
5. Click “Start Scan” to initiate the process.
6. Wait for the scan to complete, then review the results displayed on your dashboard.

Step 3: Get better results

1. To improve your scan accuracy, regularly update your codebase and ensure it is clean of unnecessary dependencies.
2. Use the “Settings” tab to configure scan parameters, such as the depth of the scan and specific vulnerabilities to target.
3. Enable notifications for real-time alerts on critical vulnerabilities by toggling the “Alert Settings” in your profile menu.

Pro tip

Take advantage of the “Issues” tab after scanning. You can prioritise vulnerabilities based on severity and assign them to team members directly from this interface, streamlining your workflow.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid uploading incomplete or outdated code. Incomplete code can lead to misleading scan results, causing you to overlook critical vulnerabilities. Always ensure your code is in a stable state before scanning.