These are tools discussed Learning Ransomware Response & Recovery by W. Curtis Preston and Dr. Mike Saylor. Browse the list of all tools or get the book.
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These tools scan networks and systems for security vulnerabilities, analyze network traffic, and detect potential security issues before attackers can exploit them.
Vulnerability Scanners
- Nessus – https://www.tenable.com/products/nessus – Vulnerability scanner with free version
- OpenVAS – https://www.openvas.org – Open-source vulnerability scanner
Network Analysis & Scanning
- Wireshark – https://www.wireshark.org – Network protocol analyzer and packet capture
- Nmap – https://nmap.org – Network scanner for port discovery and vulnerability detection
- Zeek – https://zeek.org – Network security monitoring framework (formerly Bro)
- Extrahop NDR – https://www.extrahop.com – Network detection and response