Dnstwist with Kali Linux

Introduction

Dnstwist is a tool written in Python that allows you to detect and counteract phishing attacks by analyzing domain names for similarities and manipulation. Kali Linux is a popular operating system that comes with a wide range of security tools, including dnstwist.

In this tutorial, we will cover how to install dnstwist on Kali Linux and how to use it to detect phishing attacks.

Prerequisites

Before we get started, you should have the following:

• Kali Linux installed and updated
• Basic knowledge of the Linux command line

Installation

To install dnstwist, simply open up a terminal and type the following command:

sudo apt-get install dnstwist

Usage

Once dnstwist is installed, you can use it to scan domain names for similarities and manipulation. Here are a few examples:

Basic Usage

To run a basic scan, simply enter the following command:

dnstwist example.com

This will generate a report that shows all possible typosquatting variations of the domain name "example.com".

Advanced Usage

Dnstwist also comes with a number of advanced features, such as the ability to generate reports in various formats, including CSV, JSON, and HTML.

To generate a report in CSV format, for example, you can use the following command:

dnstwist -c example.com

This will generate a report in CSV format that can be easily imported into a spreadsheet.

Conclusion

Dnstwist is a powerful tool that can help you detect and counteract phishing attacks. With its easy-to-use interface and advanced features, it's a must-have tool for anyone concerned about online security. By following the steps in this tutorial, you should now be able to install and use dnstwist on Kali Linux.