This section teaches the reader about the importance of conducting extensive reconnaissance on a target prior to launching any exploits or payloads. The reader will learn the various types of information-gathering techniques, along with a variety of online and offline tools to assist in retrieving information and specific details pertaining to a target. Upon completing this section, the reader will be equipped with the essentials of both the theory and hands-on experience of performing various information-gathering techniques as a cyber security professional.
This section comprises the following chapters: