Footprinting is a technique used for collecting as much information as possible about the targeted network/system/victim to execute a successful cyber attack. It also finds out the security posture of the target. During this phase, a hacker can collect the data about a domain name, IP address, namespace, employee information, phone numbers, emails, and job information.
- Footprinting is divided into two types:
- Passive footprinting: It collects data of the target system located at a remote distance from the attacker.
- Active footprinting: It is performed directly by getting in touch with the target machine.
