Scan Systems with Nmap
Learn about Nmap and see why it’s such a popular tool for ethical hacking and ethical hackers.
Includes Linux, Command Line, Scripting, Lua, Network Discovery, Networking, Cybersecurity, Nmap, Auditing, Coding, Hacking, Security, Scanning, Discovery, and more.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary4 hoursProjects
2Prerequisites
None
About this skill path
Network scanning is essential for cybersecurity professionals to identify any malicious activities and vulnerabilities and gain a better understanding of their network. With the popular ethical hacking tool, Nmap, cybersecurity professionals can efficiently perform network discovery and security auditing. Take this skill path to develop your skill set in network scanning and security auditing.
Skills you'll gain
- Perform network discovery and auditing
- Learn why Lua is used for Nmap scripts
- Create Nmap scripts with Lua
Syllabus
5 units • 7 lessons • 2 projects • 3 quizzes- 1
Introduction
Gain insight into what you will learn in Scan Systems with Nmap
- 2
Nmap Prerequisites
Before diving into Nmap, there are some prerequisites. Cover basic Linux, command line, and networking knowledge before learning about Nmap!
- 3
Getting Started with Nmap
Learners will be able to explain what Nmap is and the commonly used Nmap features for system scanning.
- 4
Nmap Scripting
Use Nmap scripts with the Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE)! Learners will be able to create and use Nmap scripts written in Lua.
- 5
Review: Scan Systems with Nmap
Review what you learned in Scan Systems with Nmap.
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Projects in this skill path
- practice Project
Nmap Network Scans and Configurations
In this project, you will plan, research, and perform basic network scans using Nmap. - practice Project
Scanning a Target with Nmap
In this project, we will combine what we learned in the previous lessons by using pre-loaded Nmap scripts and self-created Nmap scripts.
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