10 Enumeration
Collecting information about the target company from the Internet, climbing through trashcans, walking the halls, or talking to friends is considered passive information collection because there is little direct interaction with the target. During the reconnaissance phase the tester looks for information that is readily available, collecting data that can provide greater insights when combined, and setting the foundation for an all-out attack.
The enumeration phase takes on a much more aggressive collection tactic by interacting with systems and networking elements to gather as much information as possible. This goes beyond scanning ...
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