Discover Sn1per: Your All-in-One Pentest and Recon Tool
In the world of cybersecurity, time is critical. Sn1per, developed by @1N3, is a powerful and comprehensive automated pentesting framework designed to streamline attack surface management, reconnaissance, and vulnerability assessment in one cohesive platform. Whether you’re an ethical hacker, a red teamer, or a security analyst, Sn1per helps you uncover hidden risks and misconfigurations quickly and efficiently.
Why Sn1per Matters
Sn1per shines in automating and orchestrating powerful open-source and commercial tools to scan, identify, and prioritize vulnerabilities across your infrastructure. It supports external and internal scans and is structured to mirror real-world attacker behaviors.
Real-World Use Cases
- Attack surface discovery and mapping
- Automated vulnerability scanning across networks and web apps
- Red teaming and penetration testing engagements
- Security posture assessments
- Continuous monitoring of external assets
Installation Made Easy
Sn1per is versatile and can be deployed in several ways:
Linux Installation (Kali, Ubuntu, Debian, Parrot):
git clone https://github.com/1N3/Sn1per
cd Sn1per
bash install.sh
AWS AMI (EC2 Instance):
Available via the AWS Marketplace for easy cloud deployment.
Docker Installation:
Run via Docker Compose or directly with:
sudo docker compose up
sudo docker run --privileged -it sn1per-kali-linux /bin/bash
Core Features
Sn1per includes a wide range of scanning and reporting modes:
- NORMAL: Full port scan and reconnaissance
- STEALTH: Low-noise scanning to evade detection
- NUKE: Complete auditing with brute-force, OSINT, recon, and workspace management
- DISCOVER: Subnet enumeration and scanning
- WEBSCAN: HTTP/S application scanning via Burp Suite and Arachni
- MASSVULNSCAN: Vulnerability scanning across multiple targets using OpenVAS
- Scheduled Scans: Automate regular assessments (daily, weekly, monthly)
Sample Command Usage
sniper -t target.com -o -re # Normal scan with OSINT and recon
sniper -f targets.txt -m nuke # Nuke mode on multiple targets
sniper -t target.com -m stealth # Stealth mode
Integrations
Sn1per integrates seamlessly with major tools and platforms:
- Burp Suite Professional
- OWASP ZAP
- Metasploit
- OpenVAS and Nessus
- Slack (alerts)
- Shodan, Censys, Hunter.io APIs
Security and Operational Considerations
Sn1per is a powerful tool intended for authorized use only. Misuse can result in legal or ethical violations. Always ensure you’re operating in an approved environment, such as a lab or during a sanctioned assessment.
Dependencies vary by installation method and mode. Shell, Python, and external scanners may require additional configuration for full functionality.
Sn1per Enterprise
For enterprise users, Sn1per offers a commercial edition with advanced reporting, dashboards, and management features. Perfect for large-scale infrastructure monitoring and compliance assessments.
Conclusion
Sn1per is not just another recon script-it’s a powerful and extensible platform for conducting advanced penetration tests, vulnerability scans, and continuous security monitoring. Whether you’re targeting a single host or a massive enterprise network, Sn1per provides the automation and insight needed to stay ahead of threats.
Get started with Sn1per on GitHub and level up your security assessments today.