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Sicat - The Useful Exploit Finder

Introduction

SiCat is an advanced exploit search tool designed to identify and gather information about exploits from both open sources and local repositories effectively. With a focus on cybersecurity, SiCat allows users to quickly search online, finding potential vulnerabilities and relevant exploits for ongoing projects or systems.

SiCat's main strength lies in its ability to traverse both online and local resources to collect information about relevant exploitations. This tool aids cybersecurity professionals and researchers in understanding potential security risks, providing valuable insights to enhance system security.

SiCat Resources

• Exploit-DB
• Packetstorm Security
• Exploit Alert
• NVD Database
• Metasploit Modules

Installation

git clone https://github.com/justakazh/sicat.git && cd sicat

pip  install  -r  requirements.txt

Usage

~$ python sicat.py --help

Command Line Options:

Command	Description
-h	Show help message and exit
-k KEYWORD
-kv KEYWORK_VERSION
-nm	Identify via nmap output
--nvd	Use NVD as info source
--packetstorm	Use PacketStorm as info source
--exploitdb	Use ExploitDB as info source
--exploitalert	Use ExploitAlert as info source
--msfmoduke	Use metasploit as info source
-o OUTPUT	Path to save output to
-ot OUTPUT_TYPE	Output file type: json or html

Examples

From keyword

python sicat.py -k telerik --exploitdb --msfmodule

From nmap output

nmap --open -sV localhost -oX nmap_out.xml
python sicat.py -nm nmap_out.xml --packetstorm

To-do

• [ ] Input from nmap result from pipeline
• [ ] Nmap multiple host support
• [ ] Search NSE Script
• [ ] Search by PORT

Contribution

I'm aware that perfection is elusive in coding. If you come across any bugs, feel free to contribute by fixing the code or suggesting new features. Your input is always welcomed and valued.