skills.rest
jcastillotx
jcastillotxCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

Pentest Commands

Reference penetration testing commands for Nmap, Metasploit, Nikto, SQLMap, and Hydra.

Updated Jan 12, 2026
Search Tags:#penetration testing#nmap#pentest#nikto#sqlmap#metasploit#hydra
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jcastillotx/vibe-skeleton-app --skill pentest-commands-jcastillotx
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Pentest Commands
Source: https://github.com/jcastillotx/vibe-skeleton-app/tree/main/setup/skills/pentest-commands
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jcastillotx/vibe-skeleton-app --skill pentest-commands-jcastillotx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a concise reference of penetration testing commands across popular tools to speed up security assessments and reduce lookup time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Tool Commands: Quick access to Nmap, Metasploit, Nikto, SQLMap, Hydra, and more with common options.
  • Workflow Scenarios: Use in host discovery, port scanning, vulnerability checks, password cracking, and web app testing.
  • Use Case: When you need a fast checklist during a security assessment, ask for the relevant command patterns and example invocations.

Quick Start

Ask for a quick reference, for example: "Show me basic Nmap host discovery commands."

Frequently Asked Questions about Pentest Commands

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run Nmap commands for network discovery and port scanning?▼

Nmap commands for network discovery and port scanning provide rapid host identification and service enumeration. This reference details common options and practical examples to speed up security assessments in authorized testing environments.

What is the best way to find SQLMap commands for web application testing?▼

Finding SQLMap commands for web application testing involves looking up specific options to detect and exploit SQL injection vulnerabilities. This reference offers concise tool-specific command patterns and example invocations for quick lookup.

Can I use Metasploit and Nikto commands for vulnerability assessment?▼

Metasploit and Nikto commands are fully supported for vulnerability assessment checks. The reference includes common options for running these tools to identify vulnerabilities during authorized security assessments.

How do I execute Hydra commands for password cracking?▼

Executing Hydra commands for password cracking requires specific syntax targeting authentication services. This reference provides the exact command structures and options needed to perform rapid credential testing during security assessments.

Do I need prior pentest experience to use these command references?▼

Prior pentest experience is expected since these command references focus on providing rapid lookup for authorized testing environments. The skill delivers concise tool-specific commands and practical examples rather than teaching fundamental penetration testing concepts.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
gerald-icagerald-ica

Pentest Commands

Provide Nmap, Metasploit, Hydra, John the Ripper, and Nikto commands for penetration testing.

Community
Advanced
enderphan94enderphan94
1

server-scan

Scan network infrastructure for open ports, service versions, and protocol vulnerabilities.

Community
Intermediate
macaughmacaugh
5

Service Fingerprinting

Detect network services and versions on discovered hosts via active probing.

Community
Advanced
BigdropsBigdrops
1

capacitor-security

Scan Capacitor apps for security vulnerabilities using Capsec.

Community
Advanced