Nmap Stealth Scan Flashcards
1
Q
Define Nmap Stealth (half-open or syn) Scan
A
Initiates TCP 3-way handshake without sending final acknowledgement message
2
Q
Nmap Stealth Scan Command
A
(default scan) nmap [ip/hostname]
(explicit) nmap -sS [ip/hostname]
3
Q
Nmap Stealth Scan Cons
A
Could be picked up by alert systems
Requires root privileges
4
Q
Nmap Stealth Scan Pros
A
Faster
Quieter