If you want to exploit vulnerabilities and root boxes, you'll need to learn how to perform the necessary reconnaissance first. In fact, you will spend far more time researching your target then ...

Normally, you probably think of nmap as a security tool. After all, it's ideal when you want to test a machine for open, vulnerable ports. The other day though, I realized nmap had another use—a way ...

Remember, reconnaissance and patience is key to hacking. Let's take a look at Nmap in action as we port scan a web server configured just for this article.