The Ring of Defense

The Tools of the Trade: Penetration Testing for Dummies


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NMAP - Footprints and Fingerprints
A standard tool in any cybersecurity toolbox. Nmap is used to discover hosts and services on a computer network by sending packets and analyzing the responses. Nmap provides a number of features for probing computer networks, including host discovery and service and operating system detection. Is anyone scanning your network today?

OpenVAS - Feeling Vulnerable?
OpenVAS is an open-source vulnerability management software that includes tools for scanning networks and applications for vulnerabilities. It provides a centralized management platform for analyzing and remediating identified vulnerabilities. What holes are on your network?

Meterpreter - See Shells
Meterpreter is an advanced payload in Metasploit Framework used for penetration testing, it allows an attacker to control a target machine and move laterally in the network after a successful exploit. Should you be worried?

Kali Linux - Many Arms, Many Tools
A Linux distribution specifically designed for penetration testing and digital forensics. It comes pre-installed with a wide range of security tools, including network scanners, password-cracking utilities, and forensic analysis tools, making it a popular choice among security professionals for ethical hacking and penetration testing. Can this get you into hot water?

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The Ring of DefenseBy Robin Johns and Bill Carter