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Nmap for Penetration Testing: From Beginner to Advanced [Updated for 2021]

Master network mapping, scanning, and enumeration using Nmap

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Created by HackerSploit Academy

Get hands-on with Nmap and learn how to scan, map, and enumerate computer networks effectively. Explore practical techniques for host discovery, operating system detection, and network probing to strengthen your penetration testing skills.

Packt | Jan 2021 | 391 min

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LevelBeginner
CategoriesCybersecurity, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, Nmap

What You Will Learn

You will build your skills through practical activities and real-world scenarios that show how Nmap is used in penetration testing. Each topic is broken down into clear steps, helping you move from basic concepts to advanced scanning and enumeration methods with confidence.

Key Features

  • Understand and apply essential Nmap scanning and host discovery techniques
  • Detect and bypass firewalls while exploring advanced scanning methods
  • Use the Nmap Scripting Engine to automate tasks and uncover vulnerabilities

Target Audience

Ideal for penetration testers, network administrators, or system administrators aiming to master Nmap for network discovery and security testing. If you have a basic understanding of the Linux terminal and want to expand your network security toolkit, this content is designed for you.

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