AWS Security Hub vs Trellix ESM comparison

The compared Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Trellix solutions aren't in the same category. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is ranked #11 in CSPM , with an average rating of 7.7, and holds a 2.6% mindshare in the category. Trellix is ranked #31 in SIEM , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 89% of Amazon Web Services (AWS) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 76% of Trellix users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 18, 2024

Trellix ESM and AWS Security Hub are both prominent digital security solutions with distinct offerings. User reviews suggest that Trellix ESM has the upper hand in comprehensive security features, while AWS Security Hub is favored for its integration within the AWS ecosystem.

Features: Trellix ESM is noted for its robust threat detection, detailed reporting, and in-depth security analytics. AWS Security Hub offers seamless integration with other AWS services, automated compliance checks, and a centralized view of security alerts across AWS accounts.

Room for Improvement: Trellix ESM could enhance scalability, reduce system complexity, and streamline its interface. AWS Security Hub could benefit from better alert customization, improved support for third-party integrations, and more granular configuration options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Trellix ESM deployment is straightforward but can be resource-intensive, with commendable customer service support. AWS Security Hub is generally easier to deploy, benefiting from AWS’s integrated environment and offering extensive documentation. Trellix ESM excels in customer support, while AWS Security Hub is superior in ease of deployment.

Pricing and ROI: Trellix ESM's pricing is slightly higher but justified by its comprehensive feature set and high ROI. AWS Security Hub is more cost-effective, especially for existing AWS users, providing good ROI through its integrated ecosystem. Trellix ESM is viewed as a premium service, while AWS Security Hub offers better cost-effectiveness in an AWS-centric environment.

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Mindshare comparison

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
AWS Security Hub	2.6%
Wiz	10.7%
Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks	8.0%
Other	78.7%

Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Trellix ESM	1.0%
Splunk Enterprise Security	7.3%
IBM Security QRadar	5.3%
Other	86.4%

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Featured Reviews

Robert Orłowski

IT Security Expert at Alior Bank S.A.

Unified risk scoring has improved our cloud visibility and simplifies remediation priorities

Qualys TotalCloud provides unified vulnerability and threat assessment across both IAS and SaaS. This solution provides a single prioritized view of risk, which helps reduce the work I would have to do. We are no longer based on CVSS; we are based on Qualys risk scoring, which is based on CVSS plus internal findings made by Qualys, and then assigns its own score. The TruRisk insight feature has found a small number of assets with high vulnerability scores, though I am cautious since some information is classified. Qualys TotalCloud has positively impacted our bank's performance, and we have definitely seen benefits after implementing this solution.

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Karthik Ekambaram

Director at Scybers

Has helped identify misconfigurations and prioritize risks but lacks multi-cloud support and deeper integration features

AWS Security Hub cannot scale up to multiple different cloud environments; it only works for AWS. There are other products in the market for CSPM that can give you multi-cloud environment misconfigurations, even Microsoft for that matter. Regarding the integration of AWS Security Hub with third-party tools, I am not certain whether we can integrate them, but there is no need to do so. However, AWS Security Hub cannot integrate with other cloud providers, so it only supports the AWS environment. The compliance checks within AWS Security Hub are good, but we don't use them much. We utilize compliance frameworks such as CIS compliance frameworks and ISO 27017 framework, which are beneficial, but it can improve in other areas too, such as including NIST and other frameworks beyond just ISO and CIS. Improvements can be applicable for scalability, particularly on integration with multi-cloud environments, and compliance frameworks can be added for more variety as well. The unified dashboard in AWS Security Hub is adequate; I cannot say it is exceptional, but the content available in the dashboards is satisfactory for now.

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Mohit Dhingra

Senior Vice President IT at AS IT Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

Offers comprehensive report generation while maintaining ease of integration

We need to improve Trellix ESM by making sure that most of the logging devices available in the global market should be covered, and if there is any device which is not covered, there should not be any additional charges for writing the custom parsers on that. We can add some new features regarding AI in the future for Trellix ESM, but the maturity will take a longer time. There are many false positives that happen in an environment during the first couple of months, or around six months, so the system analyst is not able to identify whether the event which has occurred is a true positive or a false positive.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"Vulnerability and threat detection and assessment of the criticality of the vulnerabilities exposed are most valuable."

"I appreciate Qualys TotalCloud's ability to onboard any type of device with ease, including containers."

"I like the web API security and IoT scanning features the most. The user-friendly design of TotalCloud's interface enables customers to navigate it and use its full potential easily"

"Qualys TotalCloud has significantly reduced our workload in terms of managing risks, helping us to be more efficient and save substantial resources."

"Qualys TotalCloud has significantly improved our organization by automating our reporting processes, reducing the time spent on report creation from two hours to less than fifteen to twenty minutes."

"While automatic inventory detection upon connection is a helpful feature, a truly valuable capability would be assessing an environment's security posture against Azure and CIS best practices."

"The most valuable feature is the consolidated information that it provides from various platforms."

"One of the features I appreciate is the ability to generate daily reports without relying on anyone else."

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"Very good at detection and providing real-time alerts."

"It's a security posture management tool from AWS. Basically, it identifies misconfigurations, similar to Trusted Advisor but on a larger scale."

"One of the most effective features of AWS Security Hub is the easy access to a dashboard with a ready-to-use security score."

"I find all of the features to be highly valuable."

"AWS Security Hub's unified dashboard does help streamline my process of identifying vulnerabilities, but we don't use Inspector."

"The best feature of AWS Security Hub is that you can get compliance or your cloud's current security posture."

"The advantage is that it is cloud-native, and we do not need to install agents or sensors to find findings."

"Finding out if your infrastructure is secure is a valuable feature."

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"If a customer is specifically looking for log and event analysis, with the correlations, then this solution is a good choice."

"I rate the tool's deployment an eight out of ten. The deployment is completed in two days."

"It has performed well and delivered the results that I have been looking for."

"It is a good central viewpoint for issues. These can then be investigated in more detail on the subnet server(s)/endpoints."

"The most valuable feature is that if the scanning does find something, it quarantines it."

"It is a good central viewpoint for issues, which can then be investigated in more detail on the subnet servers and endpoints."

"The ease of use is the most valuable feature. Over the years I have always been using this solution and have become comfortable with it."

"VirusScan Enterprise provides protection against real-time malware attacks."

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Cons

"Qualys TotalCloud needs to improve its accuracy for non-Windows operating systems."

"The response part of the Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) module can be improved."

"TotalCloud could improve its scanning of niche devices like Wi-Fi dongles and USB modems because they are often untested."

"The price is very expensive, actually."

"The patching process with Qualys Patch Management, which is part of TotalCloud, does not cover installing certain prerequisites on the servers or workstations. This shortcoming means we must rely on SCCM when any service stack updates or additional prerequisites are needed."

"Their customer support needs improvement."

"The onboarding process is a bit difficult. In the initial phase, it is very difficult to understand the features, what the dashboard contains, and what criteria they are using."

"An area for improvement would be to focus on risks related to AI, such as large language models and potential data leakage."

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"The solution should be easier to learn and use"

"Many findings are too generic or irrelevant to the environment, which can lead to false positives."

"The solution will only give you insight if you have configure rule enabled. It should work more like Prisma Cloud and Dome9 which have a better approach."

"I would like a more fine-grained capability for creating custom rules and a more user-friendly experience programmatically in writing queries and configuring custom security rules, making it quicker and easier."

"Whenever my team gets some alarms from the central team, my team needs to initiate whether it's a real or false trigger. The central team needs to keep adjusting to the parameters or at least the concerned IPs, whether it's really from the company's pool of IPs, so the trigger process can be improved. In the next release of AWS Security Hub, I'd like a better dashboard that could result in better alert visibility."

"One aspect that could be improved in the solution is its adaptability to different markets and geopolitical restrictions. In certain regions like Thailand, specific services from certain countries or providers, such as AWS or Azure, might be limited or blocked. It also needs improvement in would require configuring the solution more adaptable to AWS infrastructure and function."

"There is room for improvement in implementing AI capabilities. It would be beneficial for Security Hub to implement preventative measures and to directly apply recommendations instead of just suggesting them."

"The user interface, graphs, and dashboards of the solution could improve in the future. They are not very sophisticated and could use an update."

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"Customized reports and alerting functionality could be included in the dashboard."

"Tech support is required each time there is a system update of the solution."

"It is not a very advanced solution, and it is for very generic use cases. It cannot cope with the advanced requirements that we're going to have. For example, for multiple authentication failures, it is still based on Windows events for detecting multiple login failures, whereas other companies are going beyond and working on implementing two-factor authentication. It is time to correlate the two-factor authentication results with authentification failures, which is not happening with McAfee ESM. The performance of the tool should be improved because it is very slow. The data display on the console is very slow in McAfee ESM. Its data storage is still old-fashioned, and it should be improved and upgraded to the latest versions. They have to come up with some new ideas to match what other leaders in the same domain are doing. For example, in Splunk, when you search for information for the last 60 days or five months, it quickly shows the information, but that is not the case with McAfee. The results should be quicker and faster on the console. They should integrate some additional features such as User Behavior Analytics (UBA) and automation. The threat intelligence part should also be improved on McAfee."

"We would welcome integrations with some of the new McAfee acquisitions, e.g., behavioural analytics."

"Customized reports and alerting functionality could be included in the dashboard."

"McAfee ESM is not able to cope with the advanced features."

"The API the product provides still needs to develop some maturity."

"We are having trouble migrating our data sources from version 10 to version 11.2. We cannot add new data sources to the most recent version."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I am not sure about the pricing. From what I understand, it is a bit on the higher side, but I do not have the exact numbers."

"While Qualys TotalCloud's pricing is currently acceptable, it is becoming increasingly expensive and may soon be considered overpriced."

"TotalCloud's price is about right where I would expect it to be."

"The pricing for TotalCloud is attractive and competitive in the market. Given the features, especially the dashboard, I have no concerns regarding pricing."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers competitive pricing given its comprehensive suite of features, including integration, assessment, remediation, and detection capabilities, all within a single platform."

"It isn't cheap, but it's reasonable. It helps us to manage things with very few resources."

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive."

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive, but it offers a premier solution with no headaches."

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"There are multiple subscription models, like yearly, monthly, and packaged."

"The price of AWS Security Hub is average compared to other solutions."

"Security Hub is not an expensive solution."

"AWS Security Hub is not an expensive tool. I would consider it to be a cheap solution. AWS Security Hub follows the PAYG pricing model, meaning you will have to pay for whatever you use."

"The cost is based on the number of compliances, core checks, and services required, and for more than 10,000 recommendations, the charge is just one dollar."

"AWS Security Hub's pricing is pretty reasonable."

"The price of the solution is not very competitive but it is reasonable."

"The pricing is fine. It is not an expensive tool."

"We renew our license annually."

"The product is slightly expensive."

"The cost is dependent on the customer's environment and requirements."

"The price is good. It's moderate. We follow a pay-as-you-go model. There are different models available, and they can also be monthly. You can choose monthly or yearly. It's very flexible. If our existing customers exceed the current plan, you can just call McAfee and get it extended."

"The licensing cost is based on EPS."

"McAfee is the right choice for a low-budget solution."

"When compared to IBM Security QRadar and other similar platforms, the pricing of McAfee ESM is reasonable and comparatively less expensive."

"The pricing is fair."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

12%

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Comms Service Provider

15%

Construction Company

10%

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Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	28

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Small Business	9
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys TotalCloud?

The price is very expensive, actually.

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What needs improvement with Qualys TotalCloud?

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What is your primary use case for Qualys TotalCloud?

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Which is better - Azure Sentinel or AWS Security Hub?

We like that Azure Sentinel does not require as much maintenance as legacy SIEMs that are on-premises. Azure Sentinel...

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What needs improvement with AWS Security Hub?

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What is your primary use case for AWS Security Hub?

The major use case for identifying misconfigurations within the AWS environment focuses on determining whether the ad...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for McAfee ESM?

When discussing Trellix ESM pricing and licensing, if you consider some premium product, the pricing also has to be p...

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What needs improvement with McAfee ESM?

Areas of Trellix ESM that could be improved or enhanced include checking on the clients who are still on-prem, especi...

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Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 11% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

SQRRL

McAfee ESM, NitroSecurity, McAfee Enterprise Security Manager

Overview

Qualys TotalCloud enhances security posture across cloud environments with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and risk visualization, ensuring efficient threat assessment and automated remediation for improved cyber risk reduction.

Qualys TotalCloud offers a robust suite of security tools essential for organizations managing multi-cloud infrastructures. By integrating cloud accounts and automating workflows, it supports AWS, Azure, and GCP, offering comprehensive vulnerability management and zero-day detection. The platform's user-friendly design, combined with its extensive risk management and unified threat assessment capabilities, enables organizations to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities effectively. TruRisk Insights provides clear insights on cyber risks, while the automation options streamline patch management and scanning processes. API integration across IaaS and SaaS environments further enhances resource allocation efficiency and saves time, addressing misconfigurations across cloud environments.

What are the most important features of Qualys TotalCloud?

Accurate Vulnerability Reports: Delivers precise and actionable insights for risk mitigation.
Zero-Day Detection: Identifies and addresses zero-day vulnerabilities proactively.
Unified Threat Assessment: Offers comprehensive evaluation of threats across the environment.
Extensive Risk Management: Manages risks effectively with advanced insights and prioritization.
Continuous Monitoring: Provides non-stop surveillance for vulnerabilities and threats.
Cloud-Native Automation: Streamlines processes and reduces manual efforts using automation.
FlexScan for Internet-Facing VMs: Scans external VMs efficiently to detect vulnerabilities.
Dashboard Risk Visualization: Clear visualization helps prioritize vulnerabilities.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Improved Security Posture: Enhances threat detection and response across clouds.
Time Savings: Automation reduces time spent on manual vulnerability management.
Resource Efficiency: Better allocation of resources through streamlined workflows.
Enhanced Risk Prioritization: Focus on critical vulnerabilities for effective mitigation.
Integrated Cloud Accounts: Facilitates seamless cloud management and security.

Qualys TotalCloud is deployed in sectors needing rigorous vulnerability management, such as finance and healthcare. Companies utilize it to secure multi-cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP, focus on compliance, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines to detect and remedy threats pre-deployment.

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AWS Security Hub provides multi-account management and compliance checks alongside integrations with AWS services and third-party tools. It centralizes vulnerability tracking and risk prioritization, delivering real-time alerts for proactive security management.

AWS Security Hub enhances cloud security management through a centralized dashboard that monitors infrastructure resources and compliance scores, ensuring adherence to AWS standards. With integrations for vulnerability detection and security posture management, users can streamline security operations. While the platform offers notable benefits, areas for improvement include customization options for findings suppression and integration with multi-cloud environments.

What are the key features of AWS Security Hub?

Multi-Account Management: Seamlessly manage security across numerous accounts.
Compliance Checks: Stay aligned with standards such as PCI through automated reviews.
AWS Integrations: Connect effortlessly with AWS and third-party services to enhance security posture.
Real-Time Alerts: Quickly respond to potential threats with immediate notifications.
Risk Prioritization: Focus on critical vulnerabilities to enhance resource allocation.

What benefits should users expect from using AWS Security Hub?

Proactive Security: Early threat detection enables quicker mitigation strategies.
Cloud-Native Functionality: Utilize tools tailored for cloud environments.
Compliance Insights: Simplified compliance management provides transparency.
Ease of Use: Streamlined interface facilitates efficient security management.

Industries implementing AWS Security Hub leverage its capabilities for comprehensive security across multiple accounts and regions. Health, finance, and retail sectors benefit by automating compliance checks and monitoring security infrastructures. This service aids in identifying misconfigurations, tracking alerts, and ensuring infrastructure integrity during cyber incidents.

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Trellix ESM is an innovative tool designed to enhance security management through its seamless integration, user-friendly deployment, customizable dashboards, and robust threat detection capabilities.

Trellix ESM is essential for comprehensive security management, ensuring effective threat detection and analysis. It integrates seamlessly with third-party systems and provides advanced correlation and security visualization. Capable of managing logs and monitoring network traffic, it enhances security across diverse environments, making it indispensable for security operations. Despite needing improved SaaS integration, API documentation, and addressing stability issues, it remains crucial for user-friendly deployment and incident analysis. Its benefits are complemented by comprehensive reporting and real-time malware protection.

What Are Trellix ESM's Most Important Features?

Customizable Dashboards: Tailor views for insightful data presentation.
Threat Detection: Efficiently identifies security threats.
Security Visualization: Offers robust visual representation of data.
Advanced Correlation: Seamlessly integrates with third-party feeds.
Log and Network Monitoring: Enhances network security effectively.
Intuitive Incident Analysis: Streamlines operational processes.

What Benefits and ROI Should Be Considered?

User-Friendly Integration: Enhances overall user efficiency.
Comprehensive Reporting: Delivers detailed security insights.
Real-Time Malware Protection: Offers immediate threat mitigation.
Streamlined Operations: Optimizes security management processes.

In diverse industries, Trellix ESM is deployed for central log management and security operations, monitoring servers, virtual machines, and hybrid-cloud environments. Companies use it for managed security services and threat detection, analyzing logs and securing data. It finds great use in monitoring network vulnerabilities and event correlation, enabling service providers and MSSPs to effectively manage endpoints and hybrid-cloud setups as well as gather logs from servers and firewalls, offering abundant transparency into security threats and network activities.

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Edmunds, Frame.io, GoDaddy, Realtor.com

San Francisco Police Credit Union, Wªstenrot Gruppe, Volusion, California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Government of New Brunswick, State of Colorado, Macquarie Telecom, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Cologne Bonn Airport

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