Web security scanner for OWASP compliance with Markdown reports

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This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

How the n8n OWASP Scanner Works & How to Set It Up How It Works (Simple Flow): 1. Input : Enter target URL + endpoint (e.g., , ) 2. Scan : This workflow executes 5 parallel HTTP tests (Headers, Coo...

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SecOps automation workflows
AI Summarization automation workflows
advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.gmail, n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.merge, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.set, n8n-nodes-base.if

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Sean Birmingham.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title: Web security scanner for OWASP compliance with Markdown reports
Workflow name: Web security scanner for OWASP compliance with Markdown reports

How the n8n OWASP Scanner Works & How to Set It Up

How It Works (Simple Flow):

1. Input: Enter target URL + endpoint (e.g., https://example.com, /login)
2. Scan: This workflow executes 5 parallel HTTP tests (Headers, Cookies, CORS, HTTPS, Methods)
3. Analyze: Pure JS logic checks OWASP ASVS (Application Security Verification Standard) rules (no external tools)
4. Merge: Combines all findings into one Markdown report
5. Output: Auto-generates + downloads scan-2025-11-16_210900.md** (example filename)
6. Email: (Optional) Forward the report to an email address using Gmail.

Setup in 3 Steps (2 Minutes)

Import Workflow
- Copy the full JSON (from "Export Final Workflow")
- In n8n → Workflows → Import from JSON → Paste → Import
(Optional) Connect your Gmail credentials
- In the last node to auto-email the report
Click Execute the workflow
- Enter a URL in the new window, then click 'submit'.

You can alternatively download or receive the Markdown report directly from the Markdown to File node

(Supports any HTTP/HTTPS endpoint. Works in n8n Cloud or self-hosted.)

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Sticky Note

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 2 - 📋 Web Security Quick Scan – README1

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 3 - Send a message4

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.gmail - gmail
Config choices: Version 2.1

Block 4 - Landing Page Url

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger - formTrigger
Config choices: Version 2.2

Block 5 - Merge

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.merge - merge
Config choices: Version 3.2

Block 6 - Analyze Headers

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 7 - Test Security Headers

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.1

Block 8 - Configuration

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices: Version 3.2

Block 9 - Test HTTP Methods

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.1

Block 10 - Analyze Methods

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 11 - Test Cookies

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.1

Block 12 - Analyze Cookies

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 13 - Test HTTPS Redirect

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.1

Block 14 - Analyze HTTPS

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 15 - Test CORS Preflight

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices: Version 4.3

Block 16 - Analyze CORS Preflight

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 17 - Generate Report

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 18 - Issues Found?

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.if - if
Config choices: Version 2

Block 19 - Format Alert

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices: Version 3.2

Block 20 - Create Markdown Report

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices: Version 2

Block 21 - Markdown to File

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.convertToFile - convertToFile
Config choices: Version 1.1

Block 22 - Format Success

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices: Version 3.2

Block 23 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Block 24 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role: n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices: Version 1

Showing the first 24 of 25 workflow blocks. Download the JSON for the full node graph.

3. Summary Table

Workflow	Web security scanner for OWASP compliance with Markdown reports
Complexity	advanced
Nodes	25
Categories	SecOps, AI Summarization
Author	Sean Birmingham
Published	17 Nov 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

1. Download the workflow JSON

Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/10898/10898.json as the source template for this automation.
2. Import the template into n8n

Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.
3. Configure credentials and variables

Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.
4. Test with sample data

Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.
5. Activate and monitor

Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Web security scanner for OWASP compliance with Markdown reports do?

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your SecOps, AI Summarization use case.

Sean Birmingham

7 workflows

Nodes

n8n-nodes-base.stickynote n8n-nodes-base.gmail n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger n8n-nodes-base.merge n8n-nodes-base.code n8n-nodes-base.httprequest n8n-nodes-base.set n8n-nodes-base.if

Complexity

advanced

Published 17 Nov 2025

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1. Workflow Overview

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Tools used

Source and attribution

1.1 Workflow description

1.2 Logical Blocks

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Sticky Note

Block 2 - 📋 Web Security Quick Scan – README1

Block 3 - Send a message4

Block 4 - Landing Page Url

Block 5 - Merge

Block 6 - Analyze Headers

Block 7 - Test Security Headers

Block 8 - Configuration

Block 9 - Test HTTP Methods

Block 10 - Analyze Methods

Block 11 - Test Cookies

Block 12 - Analyze Cookies

Block 13 - Test HTTPS Redirect

Block 14 - Analyze HTTPS

Block 15 - Test CORS Preflight

Block 16 - Analyze CORS Preflight

Block 17 - Generate Report

Block 18 - Issues Found?

Block 19 - Format Alert

Block 20 - Create Markdown Report

Block 21 - Markdown to File

Block 22 - Format Success

Block 23 - Sticky Note1

Block 24 - Sticky Note2

3. Summary Table

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

1. Download the workflow JSON

2. Import the template into n8n

3. Configure credentials and variables

4. Test with sample data

5. Activate and monitor

5. General Notes & Resources

Frequently asked questions