nmap

Discover hosts, ports, services, versions, and NSE script findings with nmap.

81|14|Updated Jul 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/guaidao2/XuanMu-RedTeam-Agent --skill nmap-guaidao2
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: nmap
Source: https://github.com/guaidao2/XuanMu-RedTeam-Agent/tree/main/sandbox/.agents/skills/nmap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/guaidao2/XuanMu-RedTeam-Agent --skill nmap-guaidao2

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps security professionals perform bounded network reconnaissance without relying on outdated command syntax or unverified scan options.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Host Discovery: Identify reachable hosts within an explicitly authorized scope.
  • Port and Service Analysis: Detect open ports, services, versions, and relevant NSE script findings.
  • Use Case: Assess an approved network segment to inventory exposed services and identify potential security findings for further review.

Quick Start

Use the nmap skill to scan the authorized target and report its reachable hosts, open ports, detected services, versions, and script findings.

Frequently Asked Questions about nmap

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

FAQPage Schema
What is the best way to perform safe network reconnaissance on an authorized network segment?

Safe network reconnaissance involves discovering hosts, ports, services, and versions within an explicitly authorized scope. You can perform bounded scans to inventory exposed services and identify potential security findings while keeping the scan scope targeted and matched to your installed CLI.

How do I detect open ports and service versions using nmap?

To detect open ports and service versions, nmap performs port and service analysis to identify reachable hosts and relevant NSE script findings. This allows you to accurately inventory exposed services and gather version information for further vulnerability assessment.

Can I use nmap for vulnerability assessment and network inventory?

Yes, nmap is applicable for authorized penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and network inventory. It helps assess approved network segments by reporting reachable hosts, open ports, detected services, versions, and script findings for security review.

Does network reconnaissance require specific setup before scanning?

Network reconnaissance requires executing nmap --help first to verify available scan options. You must ensure your scan scope is explicit, targeted, and authorized before discovering hosts, ports, services, versions, and NSE script findings.

What are the limitations of using nmap for host discovery?

Nmap host discovery is limited to bounded, explicitly authorized scopes. It relies on the installed CLI's capabilities, meaning you must keep scan scope targeted and matched to supported options to avoid unverified scan behaviors or outdated command syntax issues.