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4. Network Scanning

Last Edit: 20-05-2024

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Network scanning and enumeration are crucial steps in the reconnaissance phase of penetration testing and ethical hacking. These processes involve identifying live hosts, open ports, services, and the underlying operating systems on a target network. By gathering this information, security professionals can map out the network's structure, identify potential vulnerabilities, and devise strategies for further exploitation.

Importance of Network Scanning and Enumeration

  1. Identifying Live Hosts

: Detecting active devices on a network is the first step in understanding the target environment. It helps in narrowing down the focus to systems that are actually reachable and exploitable.

  • Discovering Open Ports and Services: Open ports and the services running on them are potential
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