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1-8 of 31 reviews
What is our primary use case? We don't have a specific use case. My primary purpose for using Tenable is to conduct survivability tests, mainly to determine whether the system crashes, particularly when subjected to DOS attacks. I do not use it for more than that because, for other aspects, we have manual VAPT procedures in place. What is most valuable? Currently, I have only used Tenable for DOS attack-related purposes and thus, I am not fully acquainted with its other features. However, it provides survivability benefits. It helps me understand if the system is capable of withstanding certain levels of stress. Though it's not core technical security testing, it provides us with survivability insights. What needs improvement? I would suggest HP WebInspect as a better option than Tenable.io. My current client doesn't have access to it. However, from my experience, HPE WebInspect provides more extensive reports and detailed information about all findings. The count and type of findings are also more specific with HPE WebInspect. On the other hand, Tenable is not as deep or as comprehensive in covering vulnerability types. They could incorporate software composition analysis (SCA), which would be a beneficial addition. If they venture into the SaaS market, more thoughts can be shared. But currently, they are not. For how long have I used the solution? I have used the solution for around one and a half years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The stability is commendable, and I would rate Tenable ten out of ten. I have no concerns. How are customer service and support? I do not have any contact with Tenable. I have been using it as a regular user. How would you rate customer service and support? Negative How was the initial setup? The setup process is quite simple. What about the implementation team? It was set up by someone else, and I am not aware of who did it. I am just utilizing it. Which other solutions did I evaluate? I would recommend HP WebInspect, having used it for around two and a half years. It offers both cloud and standalone versions, both of which are fantastic. It is applicable for both legacy applications and the latest applications in the market. HP WebInspect features extensive libraries and recursive methods to traverse everything, which I find really impressive. What other advice do I have? I would rate it four out of ten. For startups, freelancers, or companies between startup and midsize, Tenable is recommended. However, for midsize or enterprise-level companies, I would not prefer it. We use it because the client, GE Healthcare, suggested it. Otherwise, my preferences might differ. The type of application matters, too. For new applications, such as those based on Node.js, Tenable could be a good option. However, for legacy technologies with complex databases, newer systems like Tenable are not recommended. If the budget allows, HP WebInspect is preferable. Budget considerations are as important as choosing the right technology. If limited by budget, Tenable is a viable option for new, growing companies, but not for enterprises. Overall, I rate the solution four out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
What is our primary use case? I use Tenable Vulnerability Management to scan the network, including servers and endpoints, to identify risks in our environment and provide mitigation and solutions. I also use it to assess our security posture through asset discovery and risk identification. What is most valuable? Tenable is user-friendly and excels in reporting. It allows me to easily fetch and schedule reports. The software's discovery feature aids in strengthening our security posture. The single-sensor installation process on various operating systems is smooth, unlike Rapid7, which requires different versions for separate systems. Furthermore, Tenable enables vulnerability management through potential AI integration that consolidates efforts and resolves multiple vulnerabilities simultaneously. What needs improvement? AI integration for reporting in Tenable would be beneficial. The response time of Tenable's customer support needs improvement. They should also accelerate the process of implementing new features upon request. For how long have I used the solution? I have used Tenable Vulnerability Management for almost six to eight years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I have faced no stability issues with Tenable. In comparison, Rapid7 encountered challenges with data transfer to the cloud, requiring us to compress packets to manage network hiccups. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? Both Tenable and Rapid7 are cloud-based solutions, which ensures excellent scalability. They can seamlessly scale the number of endpoints from 100 to 1,000,000 in a day. How are customer service and support? Technical support from Tenable is rated six out of ten. It needs improvement in response time and addressing feature requests promptly. Other services like Rapid7 are more responsive. How would you rate customer service and support? Neutral Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? I used Rapid7, which is less expensive than Tenable. My preference now aligns with Tenable due to its superior user-friendliness and reporting capabilities, although some issues persist with installation complexity in various environments. How was the initial setup? The setup experience for Tenable Vulnerability Management is rated nine out of ten, indicating that it is relatively easy. What about the implementation team? Implementation involves coordination with internal network teams due to environmental complexities. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? Tenable is costly, priced significantly higher than Rapid7. For instance, Tenable charges around $40 per device, while Rapid7 costs $10 to $15 per device. Which other solutions did I evaluate? I evaluated Rapid7 alongside Tenable. Although Tenable has a higher cost, its user-friendly interface and robust reporting made it a preferred choice. What other advice do I have? I recommend Tenable Vulnerability Management for its comprehensive security capabilities and effective risk identification. However, potential users should be prepared for the higher expense compared to alternatives like Rapid7. My rating is eight out of ten, mainly due to the support aspect needing improvement. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? Hybrid Cloud If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use? Other Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
What is our primary use case? We use the Tenable Vulnerability Management solution for internal web applications, asset management, and remediation. It helps us transfer and leverage the remediation of websites, effectively addressing vulnerabilities. How has it helped my organization? We need to deploy this on internal assets. It resides within the internal infrastructure and communication. It encompasses everything at some point. From development to deployment, it receives the necessary attention. What is most valuable? The solution provides seamlessness, a perfect UI, and identity management for office operations. We are most vulnerable to users. Therefore, it is crucial to implement the right solution to ensure proper user access and resource management. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using Tenable Vulnerability Management for 4 years. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? 200 users are using this solution. Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? We have used Qualys. It is tricky and expensive. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is seamless and takes three days to complete. Two people are required for the deployment but one person can do as well. What other advice do I have? This process is seamless because checks are scheduled at different intervals, typically every ten minutes. Once a log is generated, we attend to it immediately. Also, the maintenance is straightforward. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? Public Cloud Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
What needs improvement? The tool's reports are bad. They're not very customizable or flexible. During audits, we often have to exclude things that aren't relevant to our organization, but we can't do that easily with the reports. They come in HTML or PDF format, and we can't compare current results with previous ones in Excel because we never receive reports in Excel. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using the product for a year, and my organization has been using it for six to seven years. What do I think about the stability of the solution? Tenable Vulnerability Management is stable. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? I rate the tool's scalability a seven out of ten. How are customer service and support? The solution's support is okay, but it could be more customer-friendly. The people providing support have knowledge, but they could improve customer interaction. How was the initial setup? The tool's deployment can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Kali Linux, as it operates on this platform. This might make the setup process difficult for users accustomed to other operating systems like Windows. It may take a couple of tries to get comfortable with the process. However, once you have set it up a few times, it becomes easier. What other advice do I have? Sometimes, we use the tool for tasks like configuration and running scans. However, it's a bit difficult to use compared to Qualys. One issue we've noticed is that it takes up a lot of space, which customers often complain about. They promised more system coverage and updates, but it isn't happening. I rate Tenable Vulnerability Management a seven out of ten. It might be challenging if you're used to working on Windows. However, it's a recommended tool for penetration testers because it's effective for that purpose. We use it for audit and PT. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
How has it helped my organization? Before, we built the assets on Tenable.sc and scanned them for asset discovery. Now, we are deploying Nessus Agent into all the machines. We have written the script, which is automatically deployed on the VM or the cloud. Previously, we could not identify the workstations that were offline for a certain period. With Nessus Agent, we don't have that problem. It increases our efficiency. What is most valuable? Nessus Agent is the best feature. When we scan the environment, the vulnerabilities are discovered. The integration of Tenable into our security ecosystem was very good. There were no complications. We integrated it with different tools like ServiceNow and SharePoint. What needs improvement? I'm not satisfied with the reporting structure. We cannot do much customization. We can do it in Tenable.sc. We need to maintain two different solutions. We need the on-premise tool for reporting purposes. We would like to have it all as a SaaS-based solution. If we need to check for a zero-day vulnerability, we must run the scans manually to get the information. It is time-consuming. We need to do a traditional scan regularly to get zero-day information. It would be great if the zero-day vulnerabilities were published. The reporting capabilities for compliance are bad. I can get the compliance reporting on certain cases, but it is not detailed. We do not have a clear understanding of the Cyber Exposure Score. I am unable to drill down and understand the Cyber Exposure Score. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate the tool’s stability an eight out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? I rate the tool’s scalability a seven out of ten. How are customer service and support? The customer service is good. The support team is very responsive. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch? Previously, we used Qualys for vulnerability scanning. However, we switched to Tenable because we felt that Tenable was the best solution for our organization’s requirements. We also use Tenable.sc, Tenable.io, and Tenable’s Cloud Security Posture Management. How was the initial setup? The setup is not straightforward. We need to apply the filters. We can get the Cyber Exposure Score displayed on the document. However, we cannot get a deeper understanding of what makes the score high or low. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The product costs us around $137,000 annually for 4000 to 5000 assets. What other advice do I have? We use a third-party tool to initiate scans. I don't know whether there is a way to monitor it in real-time. I will recommend the tool to others. Overall, I rate the product an eight out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
What is our primary use case? The product operates on a license-based model, where you purchase a license based on the number of IP addresses you intend to scan. For example, if you purchase a license for 50 IP addresses and your network has 200 users, it will only scan for those 50 IPs. You can gain visibility into all IPs within your environment, including subnets with a full license. Also, you can geographically segment your scanning targets based on the number of IPs allocated for each location. How has it helped my organization? The product is very friendly. It is easy to manage. Most of the information the tool provided was correct and helped to further investigate the vulnerability and its impact. What is most valuable? The most important feature is network scanning. What needs improvement? The solution’s pricing could be improved. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using Tenable Vulnerability Management for one year. What do I think about the stability of the solution? I rate the solution’s stability an eight out of ten. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The solution is very scalable. It allows you to adjust according to your needs. You can add more features if you wish to purchase additional tools. How was the initial setup? The initial setup is very easy. To deploy, run the setup command, and then it can deploy on your Linux and Windows platforms. I did it by myself. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The product is expensive but manageable. What other advice do I have? I recommend the solution. Although, it varies from person to person experience. Rapid7 users can use free tools. I'm very satisfied with the product. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
What is our primary use case? The solution scans vulnerabilities in assets like workstations, network devices, desktops, or laptops. The product indicates vulnerabilities based on severity levels. There are high, critical, medium, low, and informational levels of severity. What is most valuable? The product can scan assets and web applications. It provides remediation for each vulnerability it scans. We get to know the actions we have to take to remediate the vulnerabilities. The solution is very simple to use. It also has cloud scanners. We can integrate Tenable and Nessus Scanner. It is easier to use. What needs improvement? The solution must provide penetration testing. For how long have I used the solution? I have been using the solution since 2022. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The tool is very stable. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? The tool is scalable. How are customer service and support? We don't have many issues. How would you rate customer service and support? Positive How was the initial setup? The initial setup is very easy. What other advice do I have? The tool is easy to use and deploy. It's easy for customers to go through the documentation, see how it works, and scan their assets. Everything is straightforward, including the creation of users and enabling 2FA. Overall, I rate the tool a nine out of ten. Which deployment model are you using for this solution? Public Cloud If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use? Microsoft Azure Disclaimer: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer:Customer/Partner
What is our primary use case? We use the tool to find loopholes in the system. What is most valuable? The product fulfills our needs. It gives reports and finds vulnerabilities in our system. The product is easy to use. It is easy to integrate the tool with other products. What needs improvement? The solution must be promoted more in the market. It will make the customers more aware of the product. For how long have I used the solution? My organization has been using the solution for a month. What do I think about the stability of the solution? The tool is stable. What do I think about the scalability of the solution? Around 20 people use the product in our organization. We have one to three administrators. We are most likely to increase the usage of the product in the future. How was the initial setup? It was easy to deploy the solution. What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing? The tool is reasonably priced. There are no additional costs associated with the product. What other advice do I have? I have known the product for some time. So, I implemented it. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten. Disclaimer: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
