GK Question

technology medium mcq

Which tool is commonly used for network scanning and vulnerability assessment?

  1. Wireshark
  2. Nmap
  3. Metasploit
  4. John the Ripper

Answer: Nmap

Nmap (Network Mapper) scans networks for hosts, ports, services, and OS detection. Foundation for vulnerability assessment. Wireshark is packet analyzer; Metasploit is exploitation framework; John the Ripper is password cracker. Critical for cybersecurity tools knowledge in exams.

Topic Ethical Hacking
Exam Relevance Banking, SSC JE, UPSC