Tenable Nessus Agent
tenable-nessus-agent · v11.2.3,29856 • auto-updates
Agent for Nessus vulnerability scanner
brew install --cask tenable-nessus-agent Trust Score 3/10
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v11.2.3,29856Review
Mar 11, 2026Tenable Nessus Agent is a crucial tool for organizations using Nessus vulnerability scanners. It enables real-time security monitoring and vulnerability assessment, providing essential insights for enterprise security teams.
Installs on endpoints to facilitate communication with the Nessus vulnerability scanner for security assessments.
Maturity: Highly mature and stable, with frequent updates and widespread enterprise adoption.
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Pros
- + Essential for organizations using Nessus for vulnerability management
- + Provides real-time security monitoring and updates
- + Automatically updates to ensure the latest security features
Cons
- - Primarily targeted at enterprise users, not suitable for individual use
- - Requires a separate Nessus scanner for full functionality
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