What software is recommended for use with this skill?

The skill assumes access to a security-focused environment like Kali Linux and tools such as Nmap, Metasploit, SQLMap, and Gobuster.

Does this skill perform hacking tasks automatically?

No, this skill provides the methodology, guidance, and command patterns required for a human operator to conduct authorized security assessments manually.

Is this skill intended for malicious use?

No. This skill is strictly for ethical hacking purposes, emphasizing written authorization, defined scope, and legal compliance at every stage.

Ethical Hacking Methodology

Name: Ethical Hacking Methodology
Author: zebbern

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Security & Testing

Guides users through the complete penetration testing lifecycle with domain-specific techniques for authorized security assessments.

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for ethical hacking, guiding users through reconnaissance, scanning, vulnerability analysis, exploitation, and reporting. It includes practical command-line examples for essential security tools like Nmap and Metasploit, helping users identify and remediate weaknesses within authorized environments while strictly adhering to legal compliance and professional standards.

Key Features

01Passive and active reconnaissance techniques using OSINT

02Vulnerability analysis and exploitation patterns for web and systems

03Comprehensive 5-stage penetration testing lifecycle guidance

04Professional security reporting templates and structures

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06Network scanning and service enumeration workflows

Use Cases

01Learning the fundamental phases of ethical hacking and security auditing

02Generating professional penetration test reports for stakeholders

03Conducting structured network-level vulnerability assessments

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add zebbern/claude-code-guide ethical-hacking-methodology

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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