NESSUS File Extension

The NESSUS file extension was created by Tenable Network Security and is also known as the Nessus Network Security Scanner File. NESSUS is classified as a Data Files and This file is saved in an XML structure and its contents can be viewed in a Text Editor. You can open NESSUS files in Tenable Network Security Nessus program.

Nessus Network Security Scanner File Type

Nessus Network Security Scanner File Type
Extension .nessus
Developer Tenable Network Security
Popularity 5.0 (50 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Tenable Network Security Nessus
Category Data Files
Format XML
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a NESSUS File Type?

XML formatting is used by NESSUS files. Version 2 has been introduced with Nessus version 4. This is always compatible with NESSUS version 1 files.

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NESSUS Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Nessus Network Security Scanner File .NESSUS File Extensions while opening the .NESSUS files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open NESSUS Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Nessus Network Security Scanner File on your system such as Tenable Network Security Nessus.
  2. Associate default Tenable Network Security Nessus Tenable Network Security Nessus program for *.nessus (Nessus Network Security Scanner File) files.

    Associate NESSUS Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.NESSUS (e.g example.nessus) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Tenable Network Security Nessus Tenable Network Security Nessus program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .nessus files.

    Associate NESSUS Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.NESSUS (e.g example.nessus) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Tenable Network Security Nessus Tenable Network Security Nessus program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Tenable Network Security Nessus extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related NESSUS File Extensions

NESSUS default file extension is .NESSUS and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for NESSUS File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the NESSUS files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open NESSUS File on Windows

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Tenable Network Security Nessus image. Tenable Network Security Nessus 000 for Windows Free Trial Tenable Network Security Nessus

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NESSUS File on Mac OS

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Tenable Network Security Nessus image. Tenable Network Security Nessus 000 for MacOs Free Trial Tenable Network Security Nessus

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NESSUS file on Linux

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Tenable Network Security Nessus image. Tenable Network Security Nessus 000 for Linux Free Trial Tenable Network Security Nessus

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NESSUS file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NESSUS file on iOS

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

NESSUS file extension icon image.About NESSUS - Nessus Network Security Scanner File

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Updated 6/1/2025