Nmap is a frequently used tool for folks in the sysadmin space as well as those pesky “hackers.” It’s great for testing network connectivity and server availability, but it can also help to identify vulnerable network daemons to both good and bad people. I’ll show you how you can use it as a force for good and how others might use it as a force for evil.
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