Infrastructure & Network Reconnaissance
Nmap
Free network scanner for host discovery, port scanning and service/OS detection.
Nmap is a free network scanner used for host discovery, port scanning, and service or operating system detection. It is commonly employed by security professionals to map network infrastructure, identify open ports, and verify the security posture of systems. This tool helps researchers understand what services are exposed on a network and assess potential vulnerabilities.
Official site: https://nmap.org
Source: https://github.com/nmap/nmap
Last verified 2026-08-31.