Nessus activation code cannot be shared between scanners
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- Manage Activation Code (Nessus 10.12): the plugin feed activation code identifies the licensed Nessus version and, where applicable, the number of IP addresses, remote scanners and Agents; it is a one-time code, must be used within 24 hours and cannot be shared between scanners. A code can be transferred to another system, which becomes the only instance that receives plugin updates; transfer is intended for permanent migrations, and continuously moving one code between scanners to keep concurrent deployments may violate the EULA. (vendor page undated; as published on 2026-09-27)
- Applies when
- Counting Nessus licences against deployed scanners.
- Applies to
- Tenable Nessus Professional, Nessus Expert, Nessus Manager.
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