How to Exploit Vulnerabilities

The video tutorial explains the process of scanning computers to gather information, identifying vulnerabilities in operating systems and services, and exploiting these vulnerabilities. It covers methods like reporting, scanning, and social engineering for information gathering. Once the operating system and its version are known, attackers search for known vulnerabilities and existing exploits. If no exploits are available, they may write their own.

What is the primary goal of the initial phase in exploiting vulnerabilities?

• To launch an attack immediately

• To write a new exploit

• To gather as much information as possible about the target

• To disable the target's defenses

Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned for gathering information about a target?

• Generating a report

• Using a scanner

• Social engineering

• Directly accessing the target

Once the operating system and version are known, what does the attacker look for?

• Alternative operating systems

• Ways to upgrade the system

• Known vulnerabilities specific to that version

• New software updates

What does an attacker do if no existing exploits are found for a vulnerability?

• Consider writing an exploit on their own

• Abandon the attack

• Switch to a different target

• Contact the software vendor

Where do attackers typically search for previously written exploits?

• In local libraries

• On the Internet

• In physical books

• In government databases