Practice - Reconnaissance
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Practice Questions
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What is reconnaissance in cybersecurity?
💡 Hint: Think about the first step an attacker takes.
Name one method of active reconnaissance.
💡 Hint: What tool can check for open services on a network?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of reconnaissance in cyber attacks?
💡 Hint: Consider what comes before an attack.
True or False: Active reconnaissance is always detectable.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how direct actions might alert defenses.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze how an active and a passive reconnaissance approach could yield different types of information about a tech company.
💡 Hint: Consider the visibility of each type of action's impact on defense.
Design a training program focused on preventing reconnaissance techniques among employees.
💡 Hint: Think about what knowledge employees need to avoid disclosing critical details.
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