nessus-SKILL.md

Identify known vulnerabilities and misconfigurations using Tenable Nessus scans.

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Search Tags:#cybersecurity #cvss #cve #vulnerability-scanning #patch-management #nessus

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Skill: nessus-SKILL.md
Source: https://github.com/DCx7C5/ai-marketplace/tree/main/skills/vulnerabilities/scanning/nessus
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DCx7C5/ai-marketplace --skill nessus-skill-md

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, urllib3, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Vulnerability management pain is reduced by automating Nessus-based scanning to identify known vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, default credentials, and missing patches across networks, servers, and applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

Authenticated and unauthenticated Nessus scans to maximize coverage and accuracy
CVE/CVSS correlation with prioritized remediation guidance for faster risk reduction
Patch management and compliance workflows across multi-OS environments

Quick Start

Initiate an authenticated Nessus vulnerability scan against your target assets using your Nessus API keys and endpoint.

Frequently Asked Questions about nessus-SKILL.md

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate Nessus vulnerability scans across multiple servers?▼

Automating Nessus vulnerability scans involves using API keys to trigger authenticated and unauthenticated scans across networks, servers, and applications to identify misconfigurations and missing patches.

What is CVE and CVSS correlation in vulnerability scanning?▼

CVE and CVSS correlation maps identified vulnerabilities to standardized entries and severity scores, producing prioritized remediation guidance for faster risk reduction.

Do I need Nessus API keys to run automated vulnerability scans?▼

Yes, Nessus API access and endpoint credentials are required to initiate automated vulnerability scans, identify missing patches, and generate remediation-focused outputs for target assets.

Can I run authenticated scans for patch management and compliance workflows?▼

Yes, authenticated Nessus scans maximize coverage and accuracy, directly supporting patch management and compliance workflows across multi-OS environments by verifying internal configurations.

What's the best way to prioritize vulnerability remediation using Nessus scan results?▼

Applying CVE and CVSS correlation to Nessus scan results produces prioritized fixes based on severity and risk, enabling faster and more effective vulnerability remediation across assets.

Does automated vulnerability scanning work for default credentials and misconfigurations?▼

Automated vulnerability scanning identifies default credentials, misconfigurations, and missing patches across networks and applications, significantly reducing manual vulnerability management overhead.