What is NetX - Network Discovery Tools?
NetX is an open-source network discovery and mapping tool designed for network administrators and security professionals. It can automatically scan networks, map devices like routers, switches, servers, and more based on their IP addresses. It also identifies services like SSH, FTP, HTTP running on each device.
Key features of NetX include:
- Auto-discovers all active devices on a network and maps the network topology
- Scans networks for potential vulnerabilities and misconfigurations
- Provides an intuitive graphical interface showing all devices, connections, and configurations
- Integrates with other tools like Wireshark for advanced traffic analysis
- Extensive reporting around devices, services, settings, and vulnerabilities
- Customizable network scanning and profiling for different needs
- Available on Linux, Windows, and macOS platforms
NetX is used by network admins, IT professionals, and security analysts to visualize their networks, perform troubleshooting, identify risks and misconfigurations, and enforce security best practices.