Nessus

Free • Tenable Network Security, Inc. • Windows • Secure Download

Nessus is a tool for network administrators to detect security holes.

License Free

Op. System Windows

Category Blocking

Language English

Author Tenable Network Security, Inc.

Size 99.58 MB

Downloads 37

Date Feb 7, 2024

File type MSI

SHA256 47bb47fea12c5fe92f7926b769ce5fb57ad4a0223df26c3e8fd154c0137b71a9

Nessus is a versatile tool created for network administrators, allowing them to identify security vulnerabilities on a local network or personal computer regardless of the operating system in use. By leveraging its extensive database of plugins, Nessus can pinpoint known vulnerabilities and provide administrators with the necessary information to address any potential security risks. Users have the flexibility to define security policies based on their specific requirements, customizing their analysis to focus only on areas relevant to their network. For example, they can exclude Unix vulnerabilities from a Windows network assessment. The plugin tabs within the policy creation or editing feature display all the resources that Nessus can analyze, spanning various operating systems, network protocols, firewalls, databases, and more. This comprehensive approach ensures that administrators can conduct thorough security assessments and take proactive measures to safeguard their network against potential threats.