Tenable Vulnerability Management

My experience is with Tenable Vulnerability Management , specifically regarding vulnerability management.

My particular use case for Tenable Vulnerability Management  is vulnerability management, benchmark scanning, and I'm somewhat familiar with their product line, utilizing the CIS benchmarks and DISA STIG benchmarks.

Tenable Vulnerability Management is the backbone of our vulnerability management and has affected my organization positively.

The best features of Tenable Vulnerability Management are flexibility, breadth and scope, and the fact that their current vulnerabilities come out, and they have tests for them within a day or two.

Operationally, Tenable Vulnerability Management finds issues that would otherwise be missed, but I don't have an ROI.

The impact of Tenable's analytic capabilities shows that our other programs are working in our prioritization process.

I don't think I have any additional features to add for improvement, as Tenable Vulnerability Management does a pretty good job of what it does.

My pain points would have been on the internal side of lining assets up to owners, and that's not something that Tenable Vulnerability Management can help me with.

I have no suggestions for where they could do better.

I have one year of experience with Tenable Vulnerability Management.

Tenable Vulnerability Management is stable.

Tenable Vulnerability Management's scalability is fantastic.

I would evaluate Tenable Vulnerability Management's customer service and technical support as average.

I would rate them a seven on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best and 1 the worst.

Positive

I have not personally used a different vulnerability management solution.

The initial setup was pretty straightforward.

I made it my own, and the initial setup was done by Address Block, which I tied to elements in the CMDB .

I wasn't party to the comparison or purchasing, so I'm not completely sure.

I am unaware of the pricing, setup costs, or licensing details for Tenable Vulnerability Management.

I don't know why we switched to Tenable Vulnerability Management for vulnerability management, but my assumption is that it is the first solution they tried and we've been happy with it since.

I have used Tenable Vulnerability Management's reporting features to a lesser degree.

The metrics I track for decision-making include what systems need upgrading, what software needs replacing, and whether or not we can hold off on things, accept some risks, and get other risks resolved.

They have cloud scanners that are effectively point and click, and although I'm not sure if it's an extra licensing, we also have an on-prem scanner, which is a virtual appliance that I can download and put in place.

The data that we pull from Tenable Vulnerability Management is the data that we drive and use for decision-making, although we don't use that visibility extensively. I don't utilize the real-time visibility with Tenable Vulnerability Management.

On a scale of 1-10, I rate Tenable Vulnerability Management a 9.

On-premises

Other

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.

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.

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.

I have used the solution for around one and a half years.

The stability is commendable, and I would rate Tenable ten out of ten. I have no concerns.

I do not have any contact with Tenable. I have been using it as a regular user.

Negative

The setup process is quite simple.

It was set up by someone else, and I am not aware of who did it. I am just utilizing it.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

I have used Tenable Vulnerability Management  for almost six to eight years.

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.

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.

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.

Neutral

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.

The setup experience for Tenable Vulnerability Management is rated nine out of ten, indicating that it is relatively easy.

Implementation involves coordination with internal network teams due to environmental complexities.

Tenable is costly, priced significantly higher than Rapid7. For instance, Tenable charges around $40 per device, while Rapid7 costs $10 to $15 per device.

I evaluated Rapid7 alongside Tenable. Although Tenable has a higher cost, its user-friendly interface and robust reporting made it a preferred choice.

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.

Hybrid Cloud

Other

What do you like best about the product?

Tenable Vulnerability Management not only identifies issues, but also helps teams prioritize the most critical vulnerabilities, optimizing time and resources while strengthening the organization's security posture.

What do you dislike about the product?

Tenable Vulnerability Management is a robust solution, but the cost, dependency on connectivity, and challenges in larger networks can be points to consider before adoption, especially for smaller organizations or those with limited resources.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Tenable Vulnerability Management offers me a proactive approach to identify, prioritize, and manage vulnerabilities, optimizing security and ensuring that threats are addressed before causing problems.

What do you like best about the product?

Fast plugin updates for detecting new vulnerabilities in the environment. You can scan devices through an agent, with credentials or without. Useful for printers, and network equipment to see your full exposure.

What do you dislike about the product?

At times agents fail their agent update, lose their connection, then dropped from the system. Some times the remediation information is lacking leaving you unsure how to correct non-standard vulnerabilities.

Support has not been good from our account manager to those higher up. I had issues with our VAR not receiving the renewal notification and services were shut off. It took them nearly 3 weeks to figure out their backend to restore services.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Tenable Vulnerability Management provides a complete platform to identify vulnerabilities with guidance on remediation. Reporting is highly customizable to receive the data you are looking for at a scheduled frequency.