{"id":19531,"date":"2021-01-16T06:21:34","date_gmt":"2021-01-16T06:21:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aikdesigns.com\/blog\/?p=19531"},"modified":"2024-02-01T17:19:37","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T17:19:37","slug":"network-security-analyzer-network-vulnerability-scanning-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aikdesigns.com\/blog\/network-security-analyzer-network-vulnerability-scanning-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Network Security Analyzer : Network Vulnerability Scanning Tools"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today’s globalized world, network security is vital.<\/span>\u00a0Network scanning or network vulnerability scanning plays a critical role in the overall security and protection of an enterprise and all data it holds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the top 10 Network security analyzer and scanning tools that you can use today.<\/span><\/h4>\n

1.<\/span>\u00a0HackerCombat Network Security Scanner<\/span><\/h2>\n

HackerCombat\u00a0Network Security Scanning\u00a0uses ATP, the cloud-based filtering system that protects against unknown malware and viruses. It provides robust zero-day protection as well as protection from harmful hyperlinks, and is available in real-time.<\/span>\u00a0This scanner is known for its sensitive data exfiltration, port scans and IP protocol scans.<\/span>\u00a0Other highlights include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Examining perimeter networks for potential vulnerabilities and threats.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Comprehensive network security report.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Verifying network security configurations.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • All devices are scanned and checked for vulnerabilities.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • You can check for weak passwords, poorly configured Proxy Servers and weak SNMP Community strings. Also, you can check for TLS\/SSL ciphers.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Tests for DNS zone transfer, DNS cache poisoning attacks, anonymous FTP access and DNS zone transfer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2.<\/span>\u00a0OpenVAS<\/span><\/h2>\n

    OpenVAS is an open-source tool that provides effective vulnerability assessment tools.<\/span>\u00a0These tools are useful for vulnerability scanning as well as vulnerability management.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Compatible with other OSs<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Complete vulnerability assessment performed, which identifies security issues in servers and all devices.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Network Vulnerability Testing are continuously updated to keep the scan engine current.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      3.<\/span>\u00a0Nexpose Community<\/span><\/h2>\n

      Rapid7 developed an open source tool that can be used to perform vulnerability scans and network checks.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Automates the detection of new devices and evaluates vulnerability when they connect to the network.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • It can be integrated into a Metaspoilt frame.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • It takes into account the vulnerability’s age and determines the priority of fixing it.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Monitors vulnerability exposure in real time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        4.<\/span>\u00a0Nikto<\/span><\/h2>\n

        For detecting vulnerabilities and possible issues, open source scanner is highly sought after.<\/span>\u00a0Highlights<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Verify that the server versions are up-to-date.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Performs various web server tests and scans for harmful programs, files, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Web server testing in the shortest time possible<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Scan HTTPS, HTTPd and HTTP etc. as well as multiple ports for a particular server.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          5.<\/span>\u00a0Tripwire IP360<\/span><\/h2>\n

          This vulnerability assessment tool is in high demand and can be used by organizations to manage security risk.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • To spot problems, it uses a broad-ranging view of all the network.<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Open standards are used to integrate vulnerability management and risk management into different business processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            6.<\/span>\u00a0Wireshark<\/span><\/h2>\n

            A widely used network protocol analyzer and a powerful scanning tool.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            • Network checks at the microscopic level<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Online capture of issues while offline analysis is performed.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • It runs on all platforms – Windows, Linux and MacOS, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              7.<\/span>\u00a0Aircrack<\/span><\/h2>\n

              This scanning tool, also known as AircrackNG, is used by many agencies and enterprises.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • This product is useful for network auditing.<\/span><\/li>\n
              • This article focuses on all aspects of WiFi security.<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Capture data packets to help you retrieve keys that have been lost<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Multiple operating systems supported<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                8.<\/span>\u00a0Nessus Professional<\/span><\/h2>\n

                This patented scanner was created by Tenable Network Security and is widely used.<\/span>\u00a0These are the highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • A timely vulnerability assessment can help prevent hackers from pinning you.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Remote hacking of data is detected.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Multiple operating systems supported<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  9.<\/span>\u00a0Retina CSS Community<\/span><\/h2>\n

                  Open source,\u00a0web based vulnerability scanning\u00a0console that offers simplified, centralized scanning.<\/span>\u00a0Highlights<\/span><\/p>\n

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                  • Offers cross-platform vulnerability assessment.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Provides compliance reporting, patching, and configuration compliance.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Automated vulnerability assessment of servers, web applications, workstations, and databases.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Complete support for virtual environments such as vCenter integration and virtual app scanning<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    10.<\/span>\u00a0Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer<\/span><\/h2>\n

                    It’s most commonly known as MBSA and is best for Windows systems.<\/span>\u00a0Here are some highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Groups of computers are checked for missing updates, misconfigurations and security patches.<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • This product is ideal for small and medium-sized businesses.<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Provides suggestions and solutions after vulnerability scan.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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