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reconnaissance

📖 ISTQB Glossary

Official ISTQB Definition

The exploration of a target area aiming to gain information that can be useful for an attack.

3 Ways to Think About It

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The Quick Take

Gathering information about a target before attacking.

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Look Closer

The research phase of security testing or hacking.

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The Bottom Line

Learning about the target to plan effective tests.

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