OpenVAS Scanner is a robust vulnerability scanning tool designed for the Greenbone Community Edition.
This repository contains the scanner component for Greenbone Community Edition.
This tool is primarily used for identifying vulnerabilities in systems and applications to enhance security. Security professionals and organizations can leverage OpenVAS Scanner to conduct thorough vulnerability assessments and improve their incident response capabilities.
Ensure to check the installation requirements in INSTALL.md for a smooth setup, and consider using the Greenbone Enterprise TRIAL for an easier deployment experience.
Clone the repository using git.
Navigate to the cloned directory.
Run 'cmake .' to configure the build.
Execute 'make install' to install the scanner.
cmake .
Configures the build for the OpenVAS Scanner.
make install
Builds and installs the OpenVAS Scanner.