Can You Reduce Threats by Using Nmap, SSH, Source Code Analysis, and Security Templates?

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What you'll do

In this lab, you will reduce threats by using nmap, SSH, source code analysis, and security templates.

Use nmap to discover other computers, identify open ports, determine operating systems, and discover active services
Use Secure Shell Protocol (SSH) to establish secure communications between systems
Configure SSH on Kali Linux
Establish an SSH connection by using password authentication
Learn how to download open-source code and verify the download
Use security templates to manage a Windows Server configuration

Note: Once you begin the lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or return to your lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the lab before you start.

⏱ About 2 h
Counts towards: CompTIA CySA+ (exam CS0-004)

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