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Topic starter 15/08/2025 8:35 pm
The Social-Engineer Toolkit (SET) is a powerful open-source framework designed for penetration testing and ethical hacking, specifically focusing on social engineering attacks. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
🧠 What Is SET?
- Developed by David Kennedy of TrustedSec, SET is widely used by cybersecurity professionals.
- It comes pre-installed on Kali Linux and other security-focused operating systems.
- SET simulates real-world social engineering attacks to help organizations identify and fix human vulnerabilities.
🎯 Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Phishing Simulations | Create realistic email campaigns to test user awareness. |
| Website Cloning | Clone legitimate websites to harvest credentials. |
| Payload Delivery | Send malicious payloads to test endpoint defenses. |
| QR Code Attacks | Generate QR codes that redirect users to malicious sites. |
| Mass Mailer | Send bulk phishing emails with custom content. |
| Automated Workflows | Streamline attack creation and execution for efficiency. |
| Custom Modules | Build or modify attack vectors to suit specific testing needs. |
🛠️ How SET Works
- Launch SET via terminal (e.g.,
setoolkitin Kali Linux). - Choose from various attack vectors like:
- Spear phishing
- Credential harvesting
- USB payloads
- Web-based attacks
- Customize payloads and delivery methods.
- Deploy the attack in a controlled environment.
- Analyze results to assess user behavior and system vulnerabilities.
⚠️ Ethical Use Only
SET is intended strictly for authorized testing. Using it without consent is illegal and unethical. Always ensure you have permission before conducting any tests.
