Analytics Portal Web API Browser Permission for Connecting to LAN

New popup in Edge browser after logging into Rapid7, which I have not noticed before. I blocked it until I verify / learn more.

This is relatively new behavior because browsers now enforce explicit user consent for local network access from web API. Previously, such scanning could happen silently via scripts; now, you see a prompt.

Related to:

  • Asset Discovery: InsightVM can identify devices on your network for vulnerability management.

  • Exposure Analytics: It might be trying to enhance visibility by detecting local assets directly from the browser session.

Anyone else getting / using this?