Description
The course "Nmap For Penetration Testing: Beginner To Advanced" will teach you everything you need to know about Nmap, a powerful tool for scanning networks.
If you're new to cybersecurity or want to improve your skills, this course will teach you everything you need to know to use Nmap effectively for a variety of security testing tasks, from the basics to more advanced techniques.
You will learn how to do network reconnaissance, find security holes, and rate the safety of systems and networks in this lesson. You'll learn about Nmap's features, including its scanning options and scripting options.
You'll also get hands-on experience by working through real-life situations and tasks. You'll know how to use Nmap as a useful tool for cybersecurity and breach testing by the end of the course.
What Will You Learn?
The "Nmap For Penetration Testing" course from e-Learn Cyber Security is a comprehensive program designed to teach students about using Nmap for network scanning in the context of penetration testing. The course contents include:
Introduction to Nmap: Basics of Nmap, setting up the working environment, compiling Nmap from source, and understanding the role of network scanning in penetration testing.
Networking Fundamentals: Topics include port scanning, the OSI model, network and transport layers, TCP header flags, and the 3-way handshake process.
Host Discovery: Techniques such as ping sweep, TCP SYN and ACK ping, UDP ping scan, ARP ping, ICMP ECHO and Timestamp ping, IP protocol ping, traceroute, and reverse DNS resolution are covered.
Advanced Scanning: Setting up a virtual hacking lab, various Nmap scan types, stealth scanning, OS and service detection, aggressive scanning, UDP scanning, scan verbosity, output and logging, and different scan types like FIN, XMAS, and NULL scanning are discussed.
Firewall Detection & Evasion: Strategies for detecting firewalls using ACK probing, packet fragmentation, specifying MTU, using IP decoys, and spoofing MAC addresses.
Scan Timing & Performance: Managing scan efficiency through timing templates, parallelism, host timeout, and scan delay.
Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE): An introduction to NSE, understanding its syntax, and exploring different script categories.
Service Enumeration: Techniques for banner grabbing, Whois & traceroute geo-location enumeration, FTP, SMTP, DNS, HTTP, SMB, MySQL enumeration, and vulnerability scanning with Nmap.
Course Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Nmap
- Understanding Network Scanning
- History and Development of Nmap
- Installing Nmap on Various Platforms
- Basic Nmap Command Structure and Syntax
- Nmap Scanning Options and Techniques
Module 2: Scanning Fundamentals
- Different Scan Types (TCP, UDP, SYN, etc.)
- Host Discovery and OS Detection
- Service and Version Detection
- Timing and Performance Optimization
Module 3: Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE)
- Introduction to NSE and Scripting
- Common NSE Scripts and Categories
- Creating Custom NSE Scripts
- Practical NSE Examples
Module 4: Stealth Scanning and Evasion
- Evading Firewall and Intrusion Detection Systems
- Using Nmap for Stealthy Scans
- Techniques for Staying Undetected
Module 5: Advanced Nmap Features
- Zenmap GUI for Nmap
- Nmap Output Formats and Reporting
- Nmap Scanning with IPv6
- Target Selection and Network Range Specification
Module 6: Targeted Scanning and Enumeration
- Scanning Specific Ports and Services
- Enumeration Techniques with Nmap
- Banner Grabbing and Service Information Retrieval
- Automating Scans with Nmap and Scripting
Module 7: Vulnerability Scanning with Nmap
- Identifying Potential Vulnerabilities
- Using Nmap Scripts for Vulnerability Scanning
- Integrating Nmap with Other Security Tools
- Reporting and Documentation
Module 8: Real-world Scenarios and Case Studies
- Practical Penetration Testing Scenarios
- Conducting Network Assessments with Nmap
- Case Studies and Examples from the Field
Module 9: Best Practices and Ethical Considerations
- Ethical Hacking and Responsible Use of Nmap
- Legal and Ethical Considerations in Penetration Testing
- Documentation and Reporting Guidelines
- Staying Up-to-Date with Nmap Developments
Module 10: Final Project and Certification
- Hands-On Penetration Testing Project Using Nmap
- Assessment and Feedback
- Course Completion Certification
Why Should You Learn This Course?
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Enhance Your Cybersecurity Skills: Nmap is a fundamental tool in the world of cybersecurity and penetration testing. Learning how to use it effectively will help you identify vulnerabilities and secure networks more effectively.
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Career Advancement: Proficiency in Nmap can open doors to various cybersecurity and penetration testing roles, as organizations increasingly rely on professionals with expertise in network reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment.
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Cost-effective Security Testing: Nmap is open-source and free, making it a cost-effective solution for security professionals. By mastering Nmap, you can perform thorough security assessments without the need for expensive tools.
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Comprehensive Coverage: This course will take you from the basics to advanced techniques, ensuring you have a comprehensive understanding of Nmap and its applications in various scenarios.
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Practical Hands-On Learning: The course includes real-world scenarios, case studies, and practical exercises to give you a hands-on experience in using Nmap for penetration testing.
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Stay Ahead in the Field: The cybersecurity landscape is continually evolving, and staying updated with the latest tools and techniques is crucial. Learning Nmap will keep you relevant and competitive in the field of cybersecurity.
Course Duration & Access
- 500+ Topics
- 180+ Hands-on Exercises
- 600+ HD Videos
- 55+ Hours of Content
- Watch Video from Android & iOS Apps
- Life Time Access Content
- 24/7 Live Technical support
- Complete Practical Training
- Download Access
- Guidance to Setup the Own Lab