18 Questions
What is the primary goal of the reconnaissance phase in the hacking process?
To gather information about the target system or network
Which of the following techniques is NOT a part of the footprinting phase?
Brute-force attacks
What is the purpose of port scanning in the hacking process?
To identify open ports and services on the target system
What is the main difference between footprinting and enumeration?
Footprinting is passive, while enumeration is active
Which phase of the hacking process involves analyzing potential threats and attack vectors?
Threat-modeling
What is the ultimate goal of the hacking process?
To gain access to the target system or network
What is the primary goal of the exploitation phase in a system hacking scenario?
To gain unauthorized access to the target system
What is the main purpose of lateral movement in a system hacking scenario?
To compromise additional systems or resources
What is the term for exploiting vulnerabilities or misconfigurations to gain higher levels of access on the target system?
Privilege escalation
What is the primary goal of vulnerability analysis in a system hacking scenario?
To assess the target system for known vulnerabilities and misconfigurations
What is the term for establishing a persistent presence on the target system or network?
Gaining access
What is the term for taking steps to maintain access to the target system or network over time?
Maintaining access
What is the primary purpose of the Information Gathering phase in hacking or penetration testing?
To learn about the client or target machine
What is the term used to describe the process of collecting information about the target using technology?
Competitive Intelligence
What is the purpose of Footprinting in the reconnaissance phase?
To identify the security posture of the organization
What is the term used to describe the process of gathering information about the target without actively engaging with the target?
Passive Footprinting
What is the purpose of the threat-modeling phase in hacking or penetration testing?
To develop plans of attack
What is the tool used to gather information about the target's domain name and IP addresses?
Whois
Test your knowledge of the hacking process, including reconnaissance, information gathering, footprinting, and port scanning. Learn about the different stages of hacking and how to identify vulnerabilities.
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