Nessus vs Visual Inspection

The vulnerability scanner that makes you feel both secure and slightly paranoid about your entire network meets the og bug catcher. Here's our take.

Nessus

Nice Pick

The vulnerability scanner that makes you feel both secure and slightly paranoid about your entire network.

Pros

• Extensive vulnerability database with frequent updates
• Detailed reports with actionable remediation steps
• Supports compliance scanning for standards like PCI DSS and HIPAA

Cons

• Can be resource-intensive and slow on large networks
• Licensing costs add up quickly for enterprise use

Visual Inspection

The OG bug catcher. No fancy tools, just eyeballs and coffee.

Pros

• Catches subtle UI/UX issues automated tests miss
• Requires no setup or dependencies
• Encourages team collaboration and knowledge sharing

Cons

• Highly subjective and prone to human error
• Time-consuming and not scalable for large codebases

The Verdict

Use Nessus if: You want extensive vulnerability database with frequent updates and can live with can be resource-intensive and slow on large networks.

Use Visual Inspection if: You prioritize catches subtle ui/ux issues automated tests miss over what Nessus offers.

The Bottom Line

Nessus wins

The vulnerability scanner that makes you feel both secure and slightly paranoid about your entire network.