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Comprehensive vulnerability management for enterprise cybersecurity exposure.

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About Nessus

Nessus, offered by Tenable, is a leading vulnerability management solution designed to provide enterprises with deep visibility into their security posture. It enables organizations to identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities across their entire attack surface, including on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The platform supports continuous monitoring and prioritization of risks, helping security teams focus on the most critical threats to reduce potential attack vectors.

Targeted at large enterprises, Nessus integrates seamlessly with a broad ecosystem of third-party security tools, enhancing its ability to provide comprehensive exposure management. Its capabilities extend beyond vulnerability scanning to include asset inventory, exposure analytics, and threat investigation, making it a critical tool for CIOs aiming to strengthen their organization's cybersecurity defenses. The solution supports compliance with major frameworks and regulations, ensuring that enterprises maintain robust security hygiene and meet industry standards.

Key Capabilities

  • ✓Comprehensive vulnerability scanning and assessment
  • ✓Exposure analytics and prioritization
  • ✓Asset inventory and management
  • ✓Seamless integration with third-party security tools
  • ✓Support for compliance and regulatory frameworks

Integrations

Cloud security platformsSecurity information and event management (SIEM) toolsThird-party vulnerability scanners

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Quick Facts

www.tenable.com/products/nessus
CategoryCybersecurity
SubcategoryVulnerability Management
PricingSubscription
DeploymentSaaS
Target SizeEnterprise