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attack-tree-construction

Build attack trees with OR, AND, and leaf nodes for threat modeling.

Updated May 16, 2026
Search Tags:#mermaid#threat modeling#security analysis#plantuml#mitigation planning#attack paths#attack trees
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/p-o-ke-nae/pokemondamagecalculatorforstory --skill attack-tree-construction-p-o-ke-nae
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Skill: attack-tree-construction
Source: https://github.com/p-o-ke-nae/pokemondamagecalculatorforstory/tree/main/.github/skills/attack-tree-construction
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/p-o-ke-nae/pokemondamagecalculatorforstory --skill attack-tree-construction-p-o-ke-nae

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you model attacker goals and possible paths so you can see where a system is most vulnerable and where defenses will have the biggest impact.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Builds hierarchical attack trees with OR, AND, and leaf attack nodes.
  • Adds practical attack attributes such as cost, time, skill, and detection risk.
  • Supports mitigation planning, path analysis, critical-node ranking, and export to Mermaid or PlantUML for sharing with stakeholders.
  • Useful for threat modeling, penetration test planning, security architecture reviews, and prioritizing defensive investments.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to build an attack tree for your target system, then organize attacker goals, branches, leaf attacks, and mitigations into a clear defense-focused analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about attack-tree-construction

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build an attack tree for threat modeling a complex system?▼

Building an attack tree involves structuring attacker goals into OR, AND, and leaf nodes to map possible threat paths. This helps identify system vulnerabilities and prioritize defensive investments during threat modeling.

What attributes should I include in an attack tree for security analysis?▼

An attack tree should include practical attack attributes such as cost, time, skill level, and detection risk. Adding these attributes enables path analysis and critical-node ranking to determine where defenses will have the biggest impact.

Can I export attack trees to Mermaid or PlantUML for stakeholder sharing?▼

Yes, you can export attack trees to Mermaid or PlantUML. This allows you to visualize threat paths and mitigation planning clearly for sharing with stakeholders during security architecture reviews.

Does attack tree construction work for penetration test planning and mitigation prioritization?▼

Attack tree construction directly supports penetration test planning and mitigation prioritization. By mapping attacker goals and paths, you can rank critical nodes and determine which defensive investments yield the highest impact.

What is the best way to map attacker goals into actionable threat paths?▼

The best way to map attacker goals is by constructing a hierarchical attack tree with OR and AND nodes. This structure breaks down complex compromise objectives into structured, actionable threat paths for defense-focused analysis.

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