GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) — Question 30

Which of the following tools is used for vulnerability scanning and calls Hydra to launch a dictionary attack?

Answer options

• A. Whishker
• B. Nmap
• C. Nessus
• D. SARA

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Nessus is the correct answer as it is specifically designed for vulnerability scanning and can call Hydra to execute dictionary attacks. The other options, while they may have their own functionalities, do not serve the same purpose in relation to vulnerability scanning and integration with Hydra.