Lynis16.6k

CISOfy/lynis

What is Lynis?

Security auditing tool for Linux, macOS and UNIX systems that reports hardening suggestions. It has 16,638 stars on GitHub and ranks #68 in Security & Privacy.

GitHub description: Lynis - Security auditing tool for Linux, macOS, and UNIX-based systems. Assists with compliance testing (HIPAA/ISO27001/PCI DSS) and system hardening. Agentless, and installation optional.

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