6. Dirb

Description:
Dirb is a web content scanner that is used to find hidden files and directories on a web server. It uses a wordlist to perform a brute force attack to discover these hidden resources.

Examples:

    1. Basic Directory Scan:
      • dirb http://example.com

Explanation: Uses the default wordlist to scan example.com for hidden files and directories.

    1. Specify a Custom Wordlist:
      • dirb http://example.com /path/to/wordlist.txt

Explanation: Uses a custom wordlist for the directory scan, which might yield different results based on the comprehensiveness of the wordlist.

    1. Scan HTTPS Site:
      • dirb https://example.com

Explanation: Scans an HTTPS website for hidden directories.

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