Hey there! 👋 I’m currently working through the CPTS module from Hack The Box Academy and thought why not share my notes along the way?
Whether you’re grinding for CPTS or just here to pick up something new, this post’s got you covered.

Today’s topic: Nmap. The go-to tool for scanning networks, finding open ports, and uncovering potential vulnerabilities. Whether you’re into hacking or just curious about networks, this tool is a must-know.

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Covered topics in this post — what is enumeration, what is Nmap, enumeration hosts and types of enumeration, what is firewall and IDP/IPS, bypassing some security measure, Cheat Sheet, etc.

If you don’t feel like going through the full details, you can skip straight to the last section, Cheat Sheet 😊

Enumeration is the most important part of hacking. It’s not about just getting access to a system, it’s about finding all the possible ways in. The tools are cool, but it’s how we use the info they give us that really matters. By digging into services, understanding how they work, and finding misconfigurations (usually from poor security habits), we start to see opportunities. The more info we collect, the easier it is to figure out how to break in.

Enumeration is the key. Simple as that! :)