Checkov
6.2#8 in infrastructure testing toolsFree planFree planLinuxmacOS
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CIS-CAT Pro Assessor
7.7#1 in database vulnerability scannersFrom $2,400 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Checkov | CIS-CAT Pro Assessor |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Checkov scans infrastructure-as-code files for misconfigurations that can cause security or compliance problems. | CIS-CAT Pro Assessor scans systems and reports their compliance with CIS Benchmarks. |
Checkov plans
- CheckovFree
CIS-CAT Pro Assessor plans
- CIS-CAT LiteFree
- CIS SecureSuite End User (up to 99 employees)$2,400 a year
- CIS SecureSuite End User Membership (up to 99 employees)$2,400 a year
- CIS SecureSuite Controls Membership$3,600 a year
- CIS SecureSuite End User Membership (100–499 employees)$5,500 a year
- CIS SecureSuite End User (100–499 employees)$5,500 a year
Pick Checkov if…
Checkov suits developers and teams who need to scan infrastructure-as-code files for security and compliance issues. It may also fit teams looking to add checks to CI pipelines or an IDE.
Pick CIS-CAT Pro Assessor if…
It is intended for organizations that need to assess systems against CIS Benchmarks and map results to CIS Controls. End User membership is for internal organizational use, not client or commercial use.