What tools are used for security auditing purposes?
Several tools can be used for security auditing purposes, including:
Nmap – For network scanning and identifying open ports and services.
Nessus – A vulnerability scanner used to find security issues in systems.
Wireshark – Captures and analyzes network traffic for suspicious activity.
Metasploit – Used for penetration testing and verifying vulnerabilities.
OSSEC – An open-source host-based intrusion detection system.
Qualys – Cloud-based tool for vulnerability management and compliance scanning.
Each tool helps assess different aspects of an organization’s security posture.