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Re: Assessing a machine with 2 NICs
From: Tim <tim-pentest () sentinelchicken org>
Date: Sun, 11 Sep 2005 20:28:46 -0400
Lets say we have a machine running critical business applications connected to the enterprise network on 2 NICs. From an assessment/audit point of view, is it necessary to scan both NICs using assessment tools like NMap and Nessus? Will both scan results produce the same findings (as in same ports and services open)?
If you want to be sure, you really do need to scan both. Many services, at least in the Unix world, allow one to easily specify which IP or interface the service should listen on. Many lazy administrators don't bother to do this, and some services don't support it, but that's no guarantee. If these two NICs are actually on the same network segment, then perhaps you don't need to worry about scanning both, but in any other situation, or if you are paranoid about missing a service, definately do. tim ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Audit your website security with Acunetix Web Vulnerability Scanner: Hackers are concentrating their efforts on attacking applications on your website. Up to 75% of cyber attacks are launched on shopping carts, forms, login pages, dynamic content etc. Firewalls, SSL and locked-down servers are futile against web application hacking. Check your website for vulnerabilities to SQL injection, Cross site scripting and other web attacks before hackers do! Download Trial at: http://www.securityfocus.com/sponsor/pen-test_050831 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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- Re: Assessing a machine with 2 NICs Tim (Sep 12)
- Re: Assessing a machine with 2 NICs Thor (Hammer of God) (Sep 12)
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