The document lists the top 10 vulnerability scanning tools, including their key features and functionalities. Tools mentioned include Acunetix for web applications, OpenVAS as an open-source solution, and Tenable.io as a cloud-based platform. Other notable tools are Burp Suite, Rapid7 Nexpose, and Microsoft's Baseline Security Analyzer, designed to identify and manage security vulnerabilities across various systems.

1. TOP 10
Vulnerability
Scanning Tools
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2. NESSUS
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Identifies and addresses potential security
vulnerabilities in systems and networks
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ACUNETIX
Security scanner
Detects vulnerabilities in web applications, including
SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and more

3. BURP SUITE
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Web application security testing tool
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OPENVAS
Open-source
Offers a range of scanning and testing capabilities,
including vulnerability scanning, web crawling, and
more
Vulnerability scanner
Offers various scanning options and is frequently
updated with the latest vulnerability checks

4. QUALYSGUARD
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Cloud-based vulnerability management solution
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NIKTO
Web server scanner
Provides automated scanning, reporting, and
remediation workflows
Identifies vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in web
servers, web applications, and related components

5. RAPID7 NEXPOSE
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Vulnerability management tool
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TENABLE.IO
Cloud-based vulnerability management platform
Scans and reports features, risk prioritization, and
trending analytics
Offers scanning, reporting, and analytics capabilities
for identifying and addressing vulnerabilities

6. RETINA CS
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Vulnerability management tool
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MICROSOFT BASELINE SECURITY
ANALYZER (MBSA)
Microsoft’s vulnerability scanning tool
Offers automated scanning, patching, and
reporting features for identifying and fixing
vulnerabilities across systems and applications
Identifies potential security vulnerabilities in
Windows-based systems and applications