Backtrack Insights

What is Backtrack?

BackTrack was a Linux distribution focused on penetration testing and digital forensics. It provided a suite of security-related tools for tasks such as vulnerability assessment, network analysis, wireless testing, and exploitation. It was the predecessor to Kali Linux.

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What other technologies are related to Backtrack?

Backtrack Competitor Technologies

Canvas

A commercial penetration testing tool. Functions similarly to Metasploit and other pentesting suites that were included with Backtrack, thus a direct competitor.

mentioned alongside Backtrack in 0% (52) of relevant job posts

Backtrack Complementary Technologies

Kismet

A wireless network detector, sniffer, and intrusion detection system. Can be used for reconnaissance, which complements Backtrack's purpose.

mentioned alongside Backtrack in 19% (52) of relevant job posts

Nmap

A network scanning tool used for discovery and security auditing. Highly complementary for reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment tasks within Backtrack.

mentioned alongside Backtrack in 2% (208) of relevant job posts

Metasploit

A framework for developing and executing exploit code against a remote target machine. Directly complements Backtrack's penetration testing capabilities.

mentioned alongside Backtrack in 2% (194) of relevant job posts