🔵 Qualys Platform Deep Dive
VMDR · CSAM · WAS · TotalCloud · PC · Patch · FIM · EASM · Container · EDR
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Qualys Platform — Complete Module Guide
10 modules, one platform. From asset discovery to vulnerability management, web app scanning, compliance, patching, and endpoint detection.
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The Qualys Philosophy
The Power of One — Architecture First

Qualys is built on a unified, cloud-native architecture. Unlike competitors who grew via acquisition, Qualys is a single platform where every module shares the same brain.

One Platform

A unified SaaS engine. No data siloing between VM, Compliance, and Cloud modules. Everything works together by design.

One Agent

A single ~3MB package for all modules. Once installed, you toggle features on/off instantly without new software deployments.

One Source of Truth

Every module references the exact same asset database. A single UUID per asset eliminates blind spots across security domains.

🗺️ Module → Use Case Map
Need:Find ALL assets (known + unknown)
CSAM
Need:Scan for vulnerabilities
VMDR
Need:Risk-based prioritization (CVSS + EPSS)
VMDR (TruRisk/QDS)
Need:Patch vulnerabilities automatically
Patch Management
Need:Test web apps & APIs (DAST)
WAS
Need:Cloud misconfiguration checks (CSPM)
TotalCloud
Need:Container & Kubernetes security
Container Security
Need:CIS / NIST / PCI-DSS compliance
Policy Compliance
Need:Monitor for unauthorized file changes
FIM
Need:See attack surface from internet view
EASM
Need:Detect active endpoint threats
Multi-Vector EDR
Need:Generate audit evidence reports
Policy Compliance + VMDR
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