Nmap
A free and open-source network discovery and security auditing tool for mapping networks and identifying services.
What is Nmap?
Nmap (Network Mapper) is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing. It scans networks to identify active hosts, open ports, running services, and operating systems, helping administrators map network topology and assess security posture. It is widely used for penetration testing, vulnerability detection, and network inventory management.
Network administrators, security professionals, penetration testers, and IT auditors who need to analyze network infrastructure, identify security weaknesses, and maintain network visibility.
Developers choose Nmap for its comprehensive feature set, extensibility through the Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE), cross-platform support, and proven reliability in both offensive and defensive security contexts.
Overview
Nmap - the Network Mapper. Github mirror of official SVN repository.
Use Cases
Best For
- Performing security audits and vulnerability assessments on network infrastructure
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