Before running any tools, define the boundaries of your test to stay within legal and professional limits.
Gather intelligence about the target using "passive" and "active" methods to understand its structure. Basic Security Testing with Kali Linux
: Are you testing for vulnerabilities, system misconfigurations, or specific password weaknesses? 2. Reconnaissance & Information Gathering Before running any tools, define the boundaries of
: Use tools like Shodan (often called the "Hacker's Google") to find exposed assets without directly touching the target network. Before running any tools
: Clearly list the IP addresses, domains, or network ranges included in the test.