Qualys Cloud Agent on Solaris
Overview
The Qualys Cloud Agent for Solaris delivers continuous monitoring of systems running Oracle Solaris, providing critical security insights for:
- Vulnerability Management (VMDR)
- Configuration Policy Compliance
- Asset Inventory and Tracking
Designed to run efficiently on both SPARC and x86 platforms, the agent operates in the background, collecting telemetry and securely transmitting it to the Qualys Cloud Platform—without requiring intrusive network-based scans.
Who Should Use This Guide?
- Solaris System Administrators
- Security and Compliance Teams
- IT Operations Professionals managing legacy and critical systems
- Organizations maintaining Solaris servers in regulated environments
Before You Begin
- Running Oracle Solaris 10 or 11 (SPARC or x86)
- Root or
sudoaccess to the target system - A valid Qualys Activation Key
- Outbound internet access to the Qualys Cloud Platform over HTTPS (port 443)
- (Optional) Proxy or QGS setup if direct internet access is not available
What You’ll Learn
- Downloading and installing the Cloud Agent package for Solaris
- Setting file and service permissions
- Registering the agent using your activation key
- Verifying agent connectivity and operational status
- Monitoring and troubleshooting agent behavior
Deployment Notes
- Distributed as a native Solaris package (
.pkg.gz) - Runs as a low-overhead background service
- Supports auto-reconnect and offline operation
- Fully managed via Qualys Cloud Console
Related Resources
Need Help?
For assistance with large-scale Solaris deployments, custom installation scripts, or advanced troubleshooting, contact your Qualys Technical Account Manager or visit the Qualys Community. You can also reach out to Qualys Support for direct technical assistance.