Tenable Nessus
The #1 Vulnerability Assessment Solution.
Overview
Tenable Nessus is one of the most widely deployed vulnerability scanners in the industry. It helps to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and malware on a wide range of operating systems, devices, and applications.
✨ Key Features
- Vulnerability scanning
- Configuration assessment
- Malware detection
- Asset discovery
- Reporting and analytics
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Comprehensive vulnerability coverage
- High accuracy and low false positives
- Ease of use
Unique Value: Provides a powerful and easy-to-use vulnerability scanner that helps organizations to identify and fix security weaknesses.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Identifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities for remediation
- Auditing systems for compliance with security policies
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations looking for a full-fledged vulnerability management platform with advanced workflow and remediation capabilities (Tenable.io or Tenable.sc would be a better fit)
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more comprehensive and accurate vulnerability assessment compared to many free and open-source tools.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Advanced Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 7-day free trial
Free tier: Nessus Essentials for up to 16 IPs
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