Sensitive Info Scanner

About Sensitive Info Scanner

This tool detects potential secret leakage in text with multi-rule scanning, risk levels, and detailed findings.

Key Features

• Multi-type Detection: API keys, JWTs, passwords, DB strings, private keys, etc.
• Risk Summary: High/medium/low counts and total findings.
• Detailed Findings: Match content, location, and explanation.
• Selectable Rules: Enable only relevant detectors.
• Quick Workflow: Sample load and clear actions.

Steps

1. Paste text to scan.
2. Select sensitive rule types.
3. Run scan and review findings.
4. Remediate by risk priority.

Use Cases

• Pre-commit secret checks.
• Log/ticket content review before sharing.
• Security checks for scripts and config snippets.

FAQ

Are false positives possible?

Yes. Pattern-based detection favors safety, so manual context review is still needed.

Can this replace full security auditing?

No. Use it as fast screening alongside repository scanning and formal audit processes.