Set a Master Password
If you set a master password, Nessus encrypts all policies and credentials contained in the policy, and prompts you for the password as needed.
Caution: If you lose your master password, it cannot be recovered by an administrator or Tenable Support.
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In Nessus, in the top navigation bar, click Settings.
The About page appears.
- Click the Master Password tab.
- In the New Password box, type your desired password.
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Click the Save button.
The master password is saved.