How to do it...

To install Nessus on the system, follow these steps:

  1. Once you have acquired your plugin feed activation code, you will need to download the Nessus installation package, available at https://www.tenable.com/products/nessus/select-your-operating-system. The following screenshot displays a list of the various platforms that Nessus can run on and their corresponding installation packages:
  1. Select the appropriate installation package for the architecture of the operating system that you have installed. Once you have selected it, read and agree to the subscription agreement provided by Tenable. Your system will then download the ...

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