Scan Modes - Strix — ContextQMD

Strix offers three scan modes to balance speed and thoroughness.

Quick

bash

strix --target ./app --scan-mode quick

Fast checks for obvious vulnerabilities. Best for:

Duration: Minutes

bash

strix --target ./app --scan-mode standard

Balanced testing for routine security reviews. Best for:

Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour

bash

strix --target ./app --scan-mode deep

Thorough penetration testing. Best for:

Duration: 1-4 hours depending on target complexity

<Note> Deep mode is the default. It explores edge cases, chained vulnerabilities, and complex attack paths. </Note>