NESSUS Practice Exam

About NESSUS Exam

The NESSUS Certification Exam evaluates candidates' proficiency in using the NESSUS vulnerability scanner for cybersecurity assessments and risk management. The exam assesses candidates' understanding of vulnerability scanning techniques, analysis of scan results, remediation strategies, and best practices in vulnerability management.

Skills Required

• Proficiency in using the NESSUS vulnerability scanner software.
• Understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies and best practices.
• Knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs) and their impact.
• Ability to interpret and analyze NESSUS scan results.
• Familiarity with risk prioritization and remediation strategies.

Who should take the exam?

The NESSUS Certification Exam is suitable for cybersecurity professionals, including:

• Security analysts
• Network administrators
• IT auditors
• Incident responders
• Security consultants

NESSUS Exam Outline

The NESSUS exam covers the following topics -

Domain 1 - NESSUS Fundamentals

• Overview of the NESSUS vulnerability scanner
• Installation and configuration
• Basic scanning techniques

Domain 2 - Vulnerability Assessment Methodologies

• Understanding vulnerability scanning vs. penetration testing
• Asset discovery and classification
• Scoping and scheduling scans

Domain 3 - NESSUS Scan Configuration

• Configuring scan policies
• Target selection and customization
• Credential management for authenticated scans

Domain 4 - Scan Analysis and Reporting

• Interpreting NESSUS scan results
• Prioritizing vulnerabilities based on severity and impact
• Generating and customizing reports

Domain 5 - Remediation Strategies

• Understanding common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs)
• Recommending remediation actions
• Tracking and managing remediation efforts

Domain 6 - Advanced NESSUS Features

• Integration with other security tools (e.g., SIEM, ticketing systems)
• Compliance scanning and reporting
• API usage and automation