Network Reconnaissance Techniques (Discovery!) Flashcards
1
Q
What is network reconnaissance used for?
A
preparing to attack network
2
Q
How do IP Probes work?
A
automated tools pinging each address
3
Q
What is the goal of IP Probes
A
Systems responding to ping will be logged and analyzed
4
Q
How do Port Scans work?
A
scanning of systems for open/listening ports
5
Q
What are the prime targets of Port Scans?
A
Web Servers, file servers, other critical servers
6
Q
What are Vulnerability Scans used for?
A
to discover specific vulnerabilities
7
Q
Popular Vulnerability Scanners
A
Nessus, OpenVAS, Qualms, Core Impact
