Enumeration with Gobuster
A quick start guide on how to use Gobuster for enumeration
Enumeration is a critical step in any penetration testing process, and using the right tools is essential to save time and maximize efficiency.
When analyzing a web server, one of the main goals is to quickly identify valuable resources by searching for common terms.
Because developers often follow standard naming conventions, these resources can be easily discovered using publicly available word lists.
In this article, we’ll explore how to use Gobuster for enumeration, focusing on its most important commands and options.
What is Gobuster?
Gobuster is a fast and efficient command-line tool written in Go and used in penetration testing to enumerate hidden files, directories, DNS subdomains, and virtual hosts on web servers.
The main process works by performing brute-force attacks using wordlists, making it ideal for discovering resources that aren’t directly visible or indexed.
Gobuster can be easily installed, once Go is available on your machine, using the following command:
go install github.com/OJ/gobuster/v3@latest
