Enumeration is the phase in penetration testing where detailed information about the target system or network is gathered actively. This phase builds upon the groundwork laid during the previous reconnaissance phase and focuses on discovering specific details such as network resources, shares, user and group information, services, and operating system details. The main objectives of enumeration are to identify potential vulnerabilities, map out the network structure, and gather actionable intelligence to plan and execute targeted attacks more effectively.
Enumeration Phases and Activities
