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TCP - Port Scan

A port scan is a common tool used by cybercriminals and security professionals to identify open ports on a computer or network. An open port is a communication endpoint on a computer or network that is listening for incoming connections. These ports are often used to facilitate the flow of data between devices or to provide access to specific services or applications.

One type of port scan is a TCP port scan, which is designed to discover open ports on a computer or network by sending a series of TCP packets to each port and analyzing the response. A TCP port scan can be used to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker, such as open ports that provide access to sensitive data or services.

K9Secure, a SaaS service offering penetration testing automation, offers a TCP port scan as part of its automated testing services. The scan is designed to be comprehensive, covering all TCP ports from 0 to 65535, and is designed to identify any open ports that could potentially be exploited by an attacker.

By regularly performing a TCP port scan, organizations can help ensure that their systems and networks are secure and that any vulnerabilities are identified and addressed in a timely manner. This can help reduce the risk of a cyber-attack and protect sensitive data and assets.

UDP - Port Scan

UDP, or User Datagram Protocol, is a connectionless protocol that is used to send messages over a network. It is often used for real-time applications, such as online gaming and voice over IP (VoIP), because it is faster and requires less overhead than other protocols like TCP.

Like TCP, UDP ports can be scanned to identify open ports that are listening for incoming connections. A UDP port scan is a tool used by cybercriminals and security professionals to identify vulnerabilities in a computer or network that could be exploited by an attacker.

K9Secure, a SaaS service offering penetration testing automation, offers a UDP port scan as part of its automated testing services. The scan is designed to discover open ports of common UDP services, such as DNS, SNMP, and NTP. By identifying open UDP ports, organizations can help ensure that their systems and networks are secure and that any vulnerabilities are identified and addressed in a timely manner.

Performing a UDP port scan on a regular basis can help organizations reduce the risk of a cyber-attack and protect sensitive data and assets. By identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in UDP services, organizations can help protect against attacks that could potentially disrupt their operations or compromise their data.