What type of scan policy is typically utilized for credentialed scans?

The choice of a Full Credentialed Scan Policy is indeed aligned with the requirements for conducting credentialed scans in Tenable Security Center. This type of scan is specifically designed to utilize the credentials provided to access systems and gather more detailed information about the security posture of the environment being scanned.

Credentialed scans offer a deeper level of insight compared to non-credentialed scans because they allow the scanning tool to log into the systems and check configurations, installed software, and other security settings that would not be visible from the outside. This can include identifying missing patches, detecting vulnerabilities that require elevated privileges to access, and assessing compliance with security policies.

A Full Credentialed Scan Policy ensures that all aspects of the scanned systems are evaluated in detail, which aids in precisely identifying security issues and vulnerabilities that might be overlooked in less comprehensive scans. Additionally, using credentials allows for a more thorough and accurate analysis of the system's security state, which is essential for effective risk management and vulnerability remediation.