QuestionQ57Verified/Network Penetration Testing Methodology – ExternalCopy linkReport a problemAsk AstroTutorSave questionWhat is the purpose of the Traceroute command used for?AFor extracting information about the network topology, trusted routers, and firewall locationsBFor extracting information about closed portsCFor extracting information about the server functioningDFor extracting information about opened portsShow AnswerAnswerExplanationTraceroute identifies the hop-by-hop path packets take to a destination, helping reveal network topology and routing devices; its output can also indicate where filtering such as a firewall may affect the route. It does not enumerate open or closed ports.Learn moreUse the Traceroute Command on Operating SystemsShow comments0Show commentsCommunity DiscussionNo comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!
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