search-first

Search ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei for existing exploits and tools.

60|14|Updated Apr 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw --skill search-first-brucesongs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: search-first
Source: https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw/tree/main/skills/search-first
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brucesongs/kali-claw --skill search-first-brucesongs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This workflow helps security teams systemically locate existing exploits, tools, and techniques before writing new code, reducing duplication and speeding engagements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parallel, multi-source searches across ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei
  • Structured evaluation and scoring to rank candidates
  • Clear decision outputs telling you to Use/Modify/Build with lab verification

Quick Start

Provide a target need and run the automated search flow to identify best-fit tools or exploits.

Frequently Asked Questions about search-first

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

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How do I find existing exploits before writing new code for a target?

To find existing exploits before writing new code, run parallel searches across ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei. This workflow applies a structured evaluation framework to rank candidates and yields actionable use, modify, or build guidance for vulnerability research.

What is the best way to discover reusable penetration testing tools for technique validation?

The best way to discover reusable penetration testing tools is to perform multi-source searches across ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei. This approach applies structured scoring to rank candidates, providing clear decision outputs for technique validation and reducing duplication.

Can I search ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei at the same time?

Yes, you can search ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei at the same time. This workflow executes parallel, multi-source searches across these platforms to locate existing exploits and tools, enforcing a structured evaluation to yield actionable guidance.

How do I evaluate and rank exploit candidates found during vulnerability research?

To evaluate and rank exploit candidates found during vulnerability research, apply the structured evaluation and scoring framework provided by this workflow. It ranks candidates discovered across ExploitDB, GitHub, Metasploit, and Nuclei, outputting clear use, modify, or build decisions.

When should I modify an existing exploit versus building a new one?

You should modify an existing exploit versus building a new one based on the structured evaluation outputs of this workflow. After parallel searches and scoring, it provides clear use, modify, or build guidance with lab verification to prevent duplication and speed up engagements.

Does this exploit discovery process require lab verification?

Yes, this exploit discovery process requires lab verification. The workflow enforces a structured evaluation and decision framework that yields actionable use, modify, or build guidance, which must then be validated in a lab setting for the given target.