A cybersecurity analyst is tasked with identifying all external entry points into an organization's network, including vulnerable devices and interfaces exposed to the internet. What techniques would be most effective for this edge discovery process?
For effective edge discovery, tools like Nmap can perform comprehensive scanning to identify devices and interfaces exposed to the internet. This helps in understanding the network's external-facing aspects and identifying potential entry points for attackers. Tools such as Nikto and Arachni, while useful for assessing web applications, are not primarily used for this holistic edge discovery. Burp Suite and ZAP are also focused on web application security testing rather than broader network perimeter scanning.
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