Port scanning with python-nmap

In this section we review the python-nmap module for port scanning in Python. We will learn how the python-nmap module uses Nmap and how it is a very useful tool for optimizing tasks regarding discovery services in a specific target (domain, network, or IP address).

Introduction to python-nmap

In Python we can make use of Nmap through the python-nmap library, which allows us to manipulate the results of a scan easily. In addition, it can be a perfect tool for system administrators or computer security consultants when it comes to automating penetration-testing processes.

python-nmap is a tool that is used within the scope of security audits or intrusion tests and its main functionality is to...