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Lynis community edition is GPL-licensed and free to download from CISOfy.
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- Lynis community edition is GPL-licensed and free to download from CISOfy.
Lynis
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Lynis is a mature open-source security auditing tool for Linux, macOS, and Unix systems. It scans configurations and controls to support system hardening, compliance checks, and vulnerability detection, with optional Lynis Enterprise plugins for centralized reporting.
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- Free access
- Lynis community edition is GPL-licensed and free to download from CISOfy.
- API access
- Not confirmed as a cloud API; Lynis runs as a local auditing CLI with optional enterprise plugins.
Is Lynis right for you?
A good fit for
Security engineers and administrators performing host hardening or compliance audits on Unix-like systems.
Before you choose
Continuous central management and extra plugins require the separate Lynis Enterprise offering.
Host security auditing
Lynis performs extensive health scans on Unix-based systems to guide hardening and compliance work, with an enterprise suite available for ongoing centralized audits.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform coverage | Page lists support for Linux, macOS, FreeBSD, and other Unix variants. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Use cases | Copy cites security auditing, compliance testing, penetration testing support, and hardening guidance. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| License | Site notes Lynis is open-source software under the GPL license since 2007. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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Lynis pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lynis used for?
Lynis is a mature open-source security auditing tool for Linux, macOS, and Unix systems. It scans configurations and controls to support system hardening, compliance checks, and vulnerability detection, with optional Lynis Enterprise plugins for centralized reporting.
Does Lynis have a free plan?
Lynis community edition is GPL-licensed and free to download from CISOfy.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Lynis cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Lynis through an API?
Not confirmed as a cloud API; Lynis runs as a local auditing CLI with optional enterprise plugins.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Continuous central management and extra plugins require the separate Lynis Enterprise offering.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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