Qualys Patch Management
Qualys Patch Management: A patch-focused platform that connects vulnerability findings to controlled remediation. Ranked #33 of 34 in Vulnerability Scanning Software by our editors (6.0/10); pricing: 30-day trial; best for organizations prioritizing patch deployment.
At a glance
- Editor score6.0 / 10
- Pricing30-day trial
- Best forOrganizations prioritizing patch deployment
- Free planNo
- Founded1999 · Foster City, California, USA
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Correlates vulnerabilities with patches and required configuration changes
- Patches Windows, Linux, Mac, and third-party applications
- Supports scheduled jobs, reboot controls, scripts, and reporting
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting sales
- Does not support offline devices
- More focused on patch management than broad vulnerability scanning
Our verdict on Qualys Patch Management
Qualys Patch Management is a cloud application for enterprise IT and security teams that need to connect vulnerability findings with remediation actions. It supports Windows, Linux, and Mac systems, covering operating-system, Microsoft, non-Microsoft, and third-party application patches. Administrators can create ready-to-deploy patch jobs, select patches through QQL-based automation, define maintenance windows, and control when systems restart. Delivery is through the Qualys Cloud Platform, with Qualys Cloud Agents used on managed assets.
The published purchasing model is contact sales, and Qualys describes VMDR with Patch Management as priced per asset. A seven-day free trial is available. The product also connects with CMDB and ServiceNow, while patch and job progress reports are available through both the user interface and API. Its web and API delivery supports centralized administration, and deployment options include on-demand, scheduled, recurring, and automated jobs. Pre-actions and post-actions can run scripts or software installations, giving teams more control around patch execution.
Its main strength is the depth of its patch workflow rather than broad standalone vulnerability scanning. Teams can correlate vulnerabilities with patches and required configuration changes, defer or suppress reboots, and review deployment progress across supported systems. That makes it a fit for organizations prioritizing patch deployment and operational control across mixed operating systems and applications. Organizations seeking offline-device support or a vulnerability scanner with a broader standalone focus should consider a different product category fit.
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Qualys Patch Management fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Deployment model | Not verified |
| Supported targets | Not verified |
| Authenticated scanning | Not verified |
| Continuous scanning | Not verified |
| Asset limit | Not verified |
| Compliance frameworks | Not verified |
| Free trial | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 9 integrations: ServiceNow, Jira, Splunk, IBM QRadar, Microsoft Azure Sentinel, Jenkins … See all → |
| Pricing | 30-day trial (source) |
| Website | qualys.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Qualys Patch Management integrations
Qualys Patch Management lists 9 integrations on its own site.
- ServiceNow
- Jira
- Splunk
- IBM QRadar
- Microsoft Azure Sentinel
- Jenkins
- GitHub
- GitLab
- AWS Security Hub
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Alternatives to Qualys Patch Management
- VorninBroad cloud vulnerability coverage with a free tier for up to five assets.9.4
- IntruderBroad vulnerability coverage with a free tier and expansion paths for larger environments.9.3
- OpenVASA broad open-source scanner with authenticated testing, continuous scans and compliance features.9.0
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