Agent skill · security · davila7
Security Scanning Tools
This skill should be used when the user asks to "perform vulnerability scanning", "scan networks for open ports", "assess web application security", "scan wireless networks", "detect malware", "check cloud security", or "evaluate system compliance". It provides comprehensive guidance on security scanning tools and methodologies.
Why this skill is useful
Provides detailed commands and workflows for multiple security scanning tools that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
Requires masscan, nessus, nmap installed locally. About 7k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-06. 30,138 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Security Scanning Tools Purpose Master essential security scanning tools for network discovery, vulnerability assessment, web application testing, wireless security, and compliance validation. This skill covers tool selection, configuration, and practical usage across different scanning categories. Prerequisites Required Environment Linux-based system (Kali Linux recommended) Network access to target systems Proper authorization for scanning activities Required Knowledge Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, ports, protocols) Understanding of common vulnerabilities Familiarity with command-line interfaces Outputs and Deliverables 1. Network Discovery Reports - Identified hosts, ports, and services 2. Vulnerability Assessment Reports - CVEs, misconfigurations, risk ratings 3. Web Application Security Reports - OWASP Top 10 findings 4. Compliance Reports - CIS benchmarks, PCI-DSS, HIPAA checks Core Workflow Phase 1: Network Scanning Tools Nmap (Network Mapper) Primary tool for network discovery and security auditing: Masscan High-speed port scanning for large networks: Phase 2: Vulnerability Scanning Tools Nessus Enterprise-grade vulnerability assessment: Key Nessus features: Comprehensive CVE detection Compliance checks (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, CIS) Custom scan templates Credentialed scanning for deeper analysis Regular plugin updates OpenVAS (Greenbone) Open-source vulnerability scanning: Phase 3: Web Application Scanning Tools Burp Suite Comprehensive web application testing: Core testing workflow: 1. Configure proxy and scope 2. Spider the application 3. Analyze sitemap 4. Run active scanner 5. Manual testing with Repeater/Intruder 6. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills davila7/scanning-tools