Wireless Reconnaissance in Penetration Testing

Chapter 7

Basic Overview of Equipment and How it Works

In Chapter 2 the basic concept of a scanner was introduced. To review a scanner is a radio that stores multiple frequencies in channels, quickly switches between the channels, and stops scanning when a channel is active. This chapter will take a deeper dive into scanner features and operations, how to select a scanner for radio reconnaissance, and accessories that are helpful when performing radio reconnaissance.

Common Scanner Controls and Features

The best source of information for operating a particular scanner is the owner’s manual. That being said, there are controls and features that are common to most scanners available on the new and used market.

Channels and Banks

Channels store the ...