Nessus
The #1 Vulnerability Assessment Solution.
Overview
Nessus is a remote security scanning tool, which scans a computer and raises an alert if it discovers any vulnerabilities that malicious hackers could use to gain access to any computer you have connected to a network. It does this by running over 1200 checks on a given computer, testing to see if any of these attacks could be used to break into the computer or otherwise harm it. Nessus is available as a free version for personal use (Nessus Essentials) and a paid version (Nessus Professional) for commercial use.
✨ Key Features
- Comprehensive vulnerability scanning for a wide range of assets
- Accurate and low false-positive rate
- Configuration auditing and compliance checks
- Customizable reports and dashboards
- Pre-built policies and templates for various compliance standards
- Portable for offline scanning
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Accuracy and low false-positive rate
- Comprehensive vulnerability coverage
- Ease of use
Unique Value: Nessus's unique value is its industry-leading accuracy and comprehensive vulnerability coverage, which provides organizations with the confidence that they are identifying and addressing the most critical security risks.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Scanning networks and systems for known vulnerabilities
- Auditing configurations against security best practices and compliance standards
- Prioritizing vulnerabilities for remediation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations looking for a full-service penetration testing solution
- Users who need to perform manual exploitation of vulnerabilities
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to alternatives, Nessus is often cited as being more accurate and having a lower rate of false positives, which saves time and resources for security teams.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Professional tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 7-day free trial
Free tier: Nessus Essentials is free for up to 16 IPs.
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