Using IPaqs or other handhelds as penetration devices

From: Johann van Duyn (Johann_van_Duyn@bat.com)
Date: Thu May 16 2002 - 05:18:45 EDT

Hi there...

I was wondering whether any exploits or penetration tools exist that run on
Compaq IPaq PDAs (running Windows CE or whatever they call it now), or any
other handheld devices, for that matter. This is part risk analysis
regarding the use of such devices, and part looking at using such a device
for lightweight ad-hoc penetration or vulnerability testing.

Thanks!

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