The Complete Metasploit Guide

Preinteractions

The very first phase of a penetration test, preinteractions, involves a discussion of the critical factors regarding the conduct of a penetration test on a client's organization, company, institute, or network with the client itself. This phase serves as the connecting line between the penetration tester, the client, and his/her requirements. Preinteractions help a client get enough knowledge on what is to be performed over his or her network/domain or server.

Therefore, the tester will serve here as an educator to the client. The penetration tester also discusses the scope of the test, gathers knowledge on all the domains under the scope of the project, and any special requirements that will be needed while conducting the ...