nmap

Scan networks for hosts, ports, services, and operating systems.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps identify active hosts, open ports, running services, and operating systems on a network, providing crucial information for network reconnaissance and security auditing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Host Discovery: Find live hosts on a network.
  • Port Scanning: Detect open TCP and UDP ports.
  • Service & Version Detection: Identify running services and their versions.
  • OS Detection: Determine the operating system of target hosts.
  • Vulnerability Scanning: Execute Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE) scripts for vulnerability detection.
  • Use Case: When asked to scan a target IP address to find all open ports and identify the services running on them.

Quick Start

Use the nmap skill to perform a fast scan of the top 100 ports on the target IP address 192.168.1.1.

Frequently Asked Questions about nmap

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scan a network to find open ports and identify running services?

Network scanning for open ports and running services is performed by executing comprehensive port scans and service enumeration on target IP addresses or domains to detect active devices and their versions.

What is host discovery and how does OS fingerprinting work?

Host discovery identifies live hosts on a network, while OS fingerprinting determines the operating system of those targets by analyzing network responses during the reconnaissance scan.

Can I run vulnerability scanning scripts during a port scan?

Yes, vulnerability scanning is supported by executing Nmap Scripting Engine (NSE) scripts during network reconnaissance to detect vulnerabilities and perform security auditing on discovered services.

How do I perform a fast scan of the top ports on a specific IP address?

A fast scan of the top ports on a specific IP address is executed by targeting the IP address directly, enabling quick detection of open ports and running services without deep enumeration.

Does network reconnaissance work for scanning IP ranges and domains?

Network reconnaissance supports scanning IP addresses, IP ranges, and domains, allowing comprehensive host discovery, service detection, and network mapping across specified targets.

What are the limitations when detecting services and versions on target hosts?

Service and version detection accuracy depends on target host responses and network configurations, meaning firewalls or filtered ports may limit the effectiveness of network scanning and vulnerability assessment.