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Security Scanning Tools

Automate security scans for networks, web applications, and cloud services.

Updated Apr 6, 2026
Search Tags:#vulnerability assessment#security scanning#network security#cloud security#web application security
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gerald-ica/dev-tool-configs --skill security-scanning-tools-gerald-ica
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Security Scanning Tools
Source: https://github.com/gerald-ica/dev-tool-configs/tree/main/gemini/skills/scanning-tools
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gerald-ica/dev-tool-configs --skill security-scanning-tools-gerald-ica

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires nmap, nessus, burp suite, zap, aircrack-ng, kismet, clamav, prowler, scoutsuite, lynis, openscap, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of performing security scans on networks, web applications, and cloud services, helping to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Network Scanning: Discover hosts, ports, and services using Nmap and Masscan.
  • Vulnerability Assessment: Assess vulnerabilities with Nessus and OpenVAS.
  • Web Application Scanning: Test web applications with Burp Suite, ZAP, and Nikto.
  • Wireless Security: Scan wireless networks with Aircrack-ng and Kismet.
  • Malware Detection: Detect malware with ClamAV.
  • Cloud Security: Scan AWS and multi-cloud environments with Prowler and ScoutSuite.
  • Compliance Scanning: Ensure compliance with Lynis and OpenSCAP.
  • Use Case: A security team uses this Skill to perform regular scans on their network and web applications to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.

Quick Start

Use the security scanning skill to scan your network for vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Security Scanning Tools

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate vulnerability assessment for web applications and cloud services?▼

Automating vulnerability assessment involves orchestrating tools like Burp Suite, ZAP, Prowler, and ScoutSuite to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security standards across web apps and cloud environments.

What is the best way to perform network security scanning and discover open ports?▼

The best way to perform network security scanning and discover hosts, ports, and services is by automating Nmap and Masscan, which identifies vulnerabilities and ensures compliance with security standards.

Do I need Nessus and OpenVAS installed to run vulnerability assessments?▼

Yes, you need Nessus and OpenVAS installed as dependencies to assess vulnerabilities and ensure compliance, alongside other required tools like Nmap, Burp Suite, and Prowler for comprehensive scanning.

How does wireless security scanning work with Aircrack-ng and Kismet?▼

Wireless security scanning with Aircrack-ng and Kismet works by detecting and analyzing wireless network vulnerabilities, allowing you to identify weaknesses and ensure compliance with security standards.

Can I use this to check cloud security and compliance in AWS environments?▼

Yes, you can check cloud security and compliance in AWS environments using Prowler and ScoutSuite, which scan multi-cloud environments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security standards.

What are the limitations of using Lynis and OpenSCAP for compliance scanning?▼

Lynis and OpenSCAP focus on compliance scanning and system hardening rather than deep vulnerability exploitation, meaning they identify compliance gaps but may require additional tools like Nessus for comprehensive vulnerability assessment.

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