ManageEngine Vulnerability Manager Plus brings together all the capabilities of vulnerability management under one package- right from assessment of vulnerabilities to patching them, from managing security configurations of network endpoints to hardening internet facing web servers- from a centralized console.
ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is an exclusive tool for automating, customizing and streamlining the entire patching process. Best suited for IT administrators who are looking out for a stand-alone patch management solution.
This document provides a feature wise high level comparison between ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus(PMP) and Vulnerability Manager Plus(VMP).
Patch Manager Plus | Vulnerability Manager Plus |
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Windows, Mac and Linux patching |
All features of Patch Manager Plus + |
Third-party patching |
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Automated patch management |
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Customizable patch deployment policies |
Post deployment warnings to safely deploy security configurations without affecting network operations |
Decline patches to selective groups |
High-risk software audit |
Test and approve patches |
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Disable auto updates |
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System health policy |
Executive reports |
Patch summary dashboards |
Vulnerability trend graph |
Pre-defined reports |
Granular view of individual system security |
Schedule reboot and wake-on LAN options |
Multiple holistic dashboards |
With the number of vulnerabilities increasing year after year, organizations have to implement a strategic approach for managing vulnerabilities. Enterprises need to adopt a smart patching technique by prioritizing vulnerabilities based on various risk factors, because not all vulnerabilities pose equal threat to an organization.
Therefore, vulnerability assessment has to be used in conjunction with patch management for timely risk reduction. Besides, software vulnerabilities aren't the only loopholes that need to be taken care of. Attackers are evolving with their approach in carrying out exploits.Vulnerability Manager Plus, besides encompassing all the features of Patch Manager Plus, reduces your attack surface considerably by helping you
Therefore, organizations that are in need for a comprehensive vulnerability management solution to improve their cyber hygiene and stay ahead of attackers should opt for Vulnerability Manager Plus. Administrators who need to save time and effort by simplifying their day-to-day patching tasks will find Patch Manager Plus to be a perfect fit for their organization.
Note: Windows, Mac and Linux are supported only in the patch management module of Vulnerability Manager Plus. Other vulnerability assessment features of Vulnerability Manager Plus are applicable for Windows and Linux based systems.