portscan

Identify open ports on Linux, macOS, and Windows hosts using built-in OS tools.

482|68|Updated Sep 5, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chainreactors/malice-network --skill portscan
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: portscan
Source: https://github.com/chainreactors/malice-network/tree/main/helper/intl/community/resources/skills/portscan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chainreactors/malice-network --skill portscan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scan network hosts to identify open ports using built-in OS tools, enabling quick reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment without third-party software.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OS-based port scanning: uses native tooling across Linux, macOS, and Windows to probe common ports or user-specified ranges.
  • Constrained by design: respects per-port timeouts and supports concurrent scans to speed up results.
  • Use Case: security auditors can quickly map open services on a test host for baseline configuration checks.

Quick Start

Scan the target host(s) and port(s) with the built-in OS utilities to obtain an OPEN/CLOSED list.

Frequently Asked Questions about portscan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scan open ports on a target host using built-in OS tools?

Port scanning with built-in OS tools probes target hosts to identify open ports. It uses native utilities across Linux, macOS, and Windows to probe common or user-specified ranges, outputting HOST:PORT status with an optional service guess and a concise summary.

Can I scan multiple hosts and port ranges without installing third-party software?

Yes, you can scan multiple targets and specified port ranges without third-party software. The scan uses native OS tooling to probe targets concurrently, respecting per-port timeouts to speed up results while returning a list of open and closed ports.

Does port scanning work across Linux, macOS, and Windows?

Port scanning works across Linux, macOS, and Windows. It applies native OS tooling on each platform to probe target hosts, ensuring quick reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment without requiring platform-specific third-party software.

What is the best way to map open services for a baseline security configuration check?

Using built-in OS tools to port scan test hosts is an effective way to map open services. Security auditors can quickly identify open ports and optional service guesses to establish baseline configuration checks without additional software.

What are the limitations of using built-in OS tools for network scanning?

Limitations of built-in OS tool port scanning include per-port timeouts and constrained design. While it supports concurrent scans for speed, it relies on native utilities rather than advanced third-party scanners, focusing on quick reconnaissance over deep vulnerability exploitation.