This project conducts a comprehensive security assessment of a local network using industry-standard tools like Nmap, Nikto, Zenmap, Wireshark, and Netcat. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities, map network topology, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance security posture.
| Tool / Technique | Purpose / Security Functionality |
|---|---|
| Nmap | Network discovery, port scanning, OS fingerprinting |
| Zenmap | GUI frontend for Nmap, visual network mapping |
| Nikto | Web server scanning for vulnerabilities |
| Wireshark | Deep packet inspection, traffic analysis |
| Netcat | Banner grabbing, port scanning, network diagnostics |
| ifconfig | Network interface configuration and monitoring |
| Objective | Methodology & Tools Employed | Outcome / Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| Network Discovery | Utilized ifconfig and nmap for host and port identification |
Mapped active devices and open ports |
| Vulnerability Scanning | Deployed nikto and nmap --script vuln |
Identified outdated services, missing patches, and misconfigurations |
| Traffic Analysis | Analyzed traffic patterns using wireshark |
Detected unencrypted protocols and potential data leaks |
| Service Enumeration | Employed netcat for banner grabbing |
Discovered services with known vulnerabilities |
| Reporting & Documentation | Compiled findings into a comprehensive PDF report | Provided actionable steps for remediation and hardening |