Introduction to Nmap
Nmap uses raw IP packets to determine:
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What hosts are available on a network
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What services (application name and version)
the hosts offer
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What operating systems (and versions) are
running
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The type of packet filters or firewalls in use
The Nmap app supports Nmap scripts to help
you enhance Nmap functionality. These scripts
include:
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Predefined Nmap scripts
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User scripts that you create
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Custom discovery scripts to be used with the
Discovery app
Nmap can be used for:
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Auditing device or firewall security by finding
what network connections can be made
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Identifying open ports on hosts to prepare
for auditing
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