Yes, Nmap can detect operating system versions using the -O option. This feature attempts to identify the operating system running on a target machine by analyzing the responses to specially crafted packets.
Example Command:
sudo nmap -O <target_ip>
What It Does:
- Sends probes to the target.
- Analyzes the responses to determine the OS and its version.
Output:
The output will include details about the detected OS, such as:
Device type: general purpose
Running: Linux 4.X|5.X
OS details: Linux 4.15 - 5.6
Make sure to run Nmap with administrative privileges (using sudo) for accurate OS detection. If you have more questions or need further assistance, let me know!
