Performing a vulnerability scan using Nessus is quite simple. In this section, I will guide you through the process of creating a customized scan.
To create a new scan, use the following procedure:
- On the top-right corner, click on the New Scan button as shown in the following screenshot:
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You'll have the option of using one of the predefined policies available. If you would like to create a custom scan for a target, select the Advanced Scan policy as shown in the following screenshot:
- The policy/scan wizard will ...