Hands-On Penetration Testing with Kali NetHunter

The pre-attack phase

The pre-attack phase focuses on the planning and preparation of the penetration test, this is done prior to any direct engagements to the target system or network. During this phase, the penetration tester would be creating an arsenal of tools, scripts, and operating systems to be used during the attack phase. Determining a penetration methodology prior to the actual penetration test is quite important, it will create a systematic approach in achieving each objective of the pen test.

We must not forget one of the most important objectives during the pre-attack phase, discussing the rules of engagement with the client. This is quite important as both parties, the penetration tester and the client, must have a mutual agreement ...