GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) — Question 59

When you conduct the XMAS scanning using Nmap, you find that most of the ports scanned do not give a response. What can be the state of these ports?

Answer options

• A. Closed
• B. Open
• C. Filtered

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as an open port typically responds to scan requests. If a port is not responding, it might be closed or filtered; however, an open state would indicate that it is accessible to the scan, which is not the case here with no responses.