aircrack-ng

Audit 802.11 wireless networks for WEP/WPA/WPA2 vulnerabilities.

15|1|Updated Feb 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill --skill aircrack-ng
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: aircrack-ng
Source: https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill/tree/main/offensive-tools/wireless/aircrack-ng
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill --skill aircrack-ng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the need to audit and assess the security of wireless networks by providing tools to capture network traffic, crack WEP/WPA/WPA2 passwords, and perform deauthentication attacks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • WEP/WPA/WPA2 Auditing: Comprehensive suite for analyzing wireless network security.
  • Password Recovery: Crack Wi-Fi passwords using captured handshakes and wordlists.
  • Deauthentication Attacks: Force clients to reconnect to capture handshakes.
  • Use Case: A security professional needs to test the resilience of a company's Wi-Fi network against common attacks.

Quick Start

Use the aircrack-ng skill to capture a WPA handshake from network BSSID AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF on channel 6 and crack it using the rockyou.txt wordlist.

Frequently Asked Questions about aircrack-ng

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I audit a Wi-Fi network for WPA2 vulnerabilities?

Auditing Wi-Fi network security for WPA2 vulnerabilities involves capturing network traffic and performing deauthentication attacks to force client handshakes. This suite analyzes 802.11 wireless networks to test resilience against common password cracking attacks.

Can I crack a Wi-Fi password using a wordlist?

Yes, you can crack Wi-Fi passwords by capturing a WPA handshake and running it against a provided wordlist. This process recovers WEP and WPA/WPA2 credentials by analyzing captured 802.11 traffic to test network security.

Do I need a specific wireless adapter to perform a deauthentication attack?

Yes, performing deauthentication attacks and capturing network traffic requires a wireless adapter with monitor mode support. You must also install the aircrack-ng suite via apt to execute these 802.11 wireless network audits.

What is the best way to capture a WPA handshake for penetration testing?

The best way to capture a WPA handshake is by performing a deauthentication attack to force clients to reconnect. This penetration testing technique captures the necessary 802.11 network traffic for subsequent password cracking.

Why does my wireless network auditing fail to capture traffic?

Wireless network auditing fails to capture traffic if your wireless adapter lacks monitor mode support. Capturing 802.11 traffic for WEP and WPA/WPA2 cracking requires compatible hardware and the aircrack-ng suite installed via apt.