Gathering Information
There are numerous tools/techniques that allow hackers to gather a considerable amount of information about a target.
Write a short paper on footprinting by answering all the following:
What is the objective of footprinting?
What are some various footprinting tools/techniques?
What type of information can these footprinting tools/techniques provide?
How can organizations defend against footprinting and reconnaissance activities?
Your paper is required to be 3 to 4 pages in length, not including the title and reference pages, and should cite at least FOUR scholarly resources other than the course materials. It should follow academic writing standards and APA style guidelines as appropriate.
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Resource: The following white paper, Footprinting: What Is It, Who Should Do It, and Why?, will be helpful as you complete this assignment. Note: This cannot be used as your required scholarly source.
CT_Rubric is attached.
