Nikto Web Server Scanner

Overview

Nikto is an open-source web server scanner that performs comprehensive tests against web servers for multiple security issues including dangerous files, outdated software versions, and server misconfigurations. This skill covers authorized security assessments of web servers and applications.

IMPORTANT: Nikto generates significant traffic and is easily detected. Only use with proper written authorization on systems you own or have explicit permission to test.

Quick Start

Basic web server scanning:

# Scan single host
nikto -h http://example.com

# Scan with SSL
nikto -h https://example.com