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Ivanti Patch for Endpoint Manager [EOL] vs Tenable Vulnerability Management comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Ivanti Patch for Endpoint M...
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Tenable Vulnerability Manag...
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
47
Ranking in other categories
Vulnerability Management (7th), Patch Management (14th), Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (4th)
 

Featured Reviews

PraveenRajan - PeerSpot reviewer
Director of Infrastructure at Elevate Services
Smoothly handles software patching and scheduling, enabling monthly patch distribution across multiple projects
We face some challenges, particularly with non-domain-joined macOS devices. Patching, updating, and syncing with the server can be tricky for them. So, the major challenges are macOS updates, patching, and backups. And for drawbacks, I wish Patch management was cloud-based instead of hosted on our own server. If Ivanti Patch had a cloud-based option instead of requiring an on-premises server and software. Hosting it in the cloud would simplify management, eliminating dependence on VPNs or other connectivity issues. Similar to Microsoft's EMS licensing, offering a cloud-based solution like Azure Active Directory or Endpoint Management Suite (EMS) would be ideal. EMS allows us to manage policies, batching, and software distribution entirely through the cloud, minimizing server downloads. If Ivanti considered a cloud-based approach, it would be hugely beneficial in today's hybrid work environment, where employees use desktops, laptops, and various locations. It's not just about patching office PCs anymore; mobile workers and backups need seamless access as well. Cloud-based patching would be much easier in a hybrid environment. Imagine updates coming directly from the cloud instead of relying on individual VPN connections. It would streamline the entire process.
SR
Information Resources Coordinator - Application at PowerGen
Continuous monitoring has improved OT threat detection and now provides faster, accurate alerts
The best features of Tenable Vulnerability Management include vulnerability scanning, asset discovery, continuous monitoring and alerting, and the ability to report through the dashboard. The dashboard is fully customized towards our environment, and we can use that for our advantage. Out of those features, I find myself relying on the vulnerability scanning the most because it identifies known vulnerabilities and gives us the ability to understand if there is any missing configuration or security configuration. It reduces the exposure to cyber attacks and gives us a detailed view of how the OT environment is functioning. Tenable Vulnerability Management features are great, and the reporting and dashboards are easy and customizable for our environment. The reporting tool gives us immediate information or alerts based on the set parameters that we have within the infrastructure. It gives us a threat level as high, medium, or low, and this can help us to identify or determine if there is any known threat within the environment. The governance and security of Tenable Vulnerability Management is within our control, meaning the user has the power or the authority to work with the AI and to allow the AI to work within your environment in terms of what you want. For instance, the OT environment is something that is very sensitive, and you will not want the AI management tool to take over or to do certain actions within the OT environment. Therefore, as a user, you have control over the AI. Tenable Vulnerability Management provides accuracy and reliable output because it is active, it is real, and it gives updated information. The threats are real based on the alerts that we get, and after reviewing, we are sure that what we see is within our environment and it is accurate.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The product is easy to use, easy to implement, and easy to manage."
"It's been doing a lot for us, especially with third-party software patching and scheduling. We create multiple projects for monthly patch distribution and manage it all well."
"When it comes to Ivanti Patch for endpoints, I find peer-to-peer patching valuable. Having a peer-to-peer patching capability is highly beneficial for us."
"Because of the internet gateway, we were able to get clear visibility regarding the status of the endpoint which we needed to do recently when everyone was working from home."
"Clear visibility regarding the status of the endpoint."
"The interface is fine."
"A new user can easily understand the workflow, even if they are creating users for other divisions and the user is a beginner."
"The stability is excellent."
"The integration of Tenable into our security ecosystem was very good."
"The initial setup is straightforward so long as your infrastructure, components, and networks are in place."
"The solution provides seamlessness, a perfect UI, and identity management for office operations. We are most vulnerable to users. Therefore, it is crucial to implement the right solution to ensure proper user access and resource management."
"The ease of use, the automated scanning facility, and their good support mechanism are all valuable."
"One of the most valuable features of Tenable.io Vulnerability Management is its exportability, which allows us to conduct risk assessments efficiently."
 

Cons

"The major challenges are macOS updates, patching, and backups. And for drawbacks, I wish Patch management was cloud-based instead of hosted on our own server."
"The UI must be more user-friendly."
"It would be great to have an easier way to patch Linux machines within the product."
"I'm currently struggling with one of the issues related to Linux or Ubuntu. Ivanti does not support Ubuntu and it has a limitation of CentOS to a specific version, which is CentOS 7, not 8."
"Inability to configure a rule-based management."
"I would rate it four out of ten. For startups, freelancers, or companies between startup and midsize, Tenable is recommended. However, for midsize or enterprise-level companies, I would not prefer it."
"The solution is a bit slow."
"The solution must provide penetration testing."
"I'm not satisfied with the reporting structure."
"The initial setup is complex and has room for improvement."
"I would evaluate Tenable Vulnerability Management's customer service and technical support as average."
"The product could be easier to set up on the cloud."
"Another area of improvement is customer service and support. Tenable needs to include support in the pricing/license. Currently, they push clients to get support from partners or channel distributors, who often charge a lot."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"In terms of pricing, it is on the expensive side."
"The total cost we pay for this solution is over 45K. This is for a large education organization."
"Tenable charges around $40 per device."
"The cost is determined by the number of endpoints, which is approximately one dollar per endpoint."
"Tenable.io is not known for being a cheap product."
"The product costs us around $137,000 annually for 4000 to 5000 assets."
"Yearly payments are to be made toward the licensing cost of the product. It is neither a cheap nor an expensive product."
"Compared to other VM solutions, Tenable.io Vulnerability Management is expensive."
"Tenable.io Vulnerability Management's pricing solution model isn't great."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

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Midsize Enterprise
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Company SizeCount
Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise22
 

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What's the difference between Tenable Nessus and Tenable.io Vulnerability Management?
Tenable Nessus is a vulnerability assessment solution that is both easy to deploy and easy to manage. The design of the program is such that if a company should desire to handle the installation t...
What needs improvement with Tenable.io Vulnerability Management?
Tenable Vulnerability Management can be improved by providing training. Giving the administrators more detailed information such as white papers, videos, and information about new features would he...
What advice do you have for others considering Tenable.io Vulnerability Management?
I would rate Tenable Vulnerability Management at a 10. I chose a 10 for Tenable Vulnerability Management because of its scanning capabilities and what I refer to as risk prioritization such as the ...
 

Also Known As

Ivanti Patch for Endpoints, Patch for Endpoints, Shavlik Patch for Endpoints
Tenable.io
 

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Sample Customers

InfoPro Digital, Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Global Payments AU/NZ
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