performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto

by Cybersecurity Skills

Runs Nikto, an open-source web server and web application scanner, to test over 7,000 potentially dangerous files/programs, check for outdated versions across 1,250+ servers, and identify XSS, SQL injection, misconfigurations, default credentials, and vulnerable CGI scripts. Use when performing web application vulnerability scanning, security assessments, scheduled security testing, or validating web server security controls.

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Frequently asked questions about performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto

What does the performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto skill do?

How do I install the performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto skill?

Run `npx @skills-hub-ai/cli install cybersecurity-skills-performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto` from your terminal. The CLI writes the SKILL.md to the correct location for your AI tool (e.g. ~/.claude/skills/cybersecurity-skills-performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto/ for Claude Code or ~/.cursor/skills/ for Cursor with --target cursor) and adds it to your project's .skills.json lockfile.

Which AI tools does performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto work with?

performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto runs in Claude Code. It follows the open Agent Skills standard (SKILL.md), so the same skill works in every supported tool without modification.

Is the performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto skill free?

Yes. Every skill on skills-hub.ai is free and open-source. There are no premium tiers, paywalls, or usage limits. You only pay for whatever AI assistant you're already using.

How do I use performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto after installing it?

In Claude Code, type `/cybersecurity-skills-performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto` (or whatever slash command the skill registers) and the AI follows the skill's instructions immediately. You can also reference it by name in natural language, your AI loads the skill into context when relevant.

Can I share the performing-web-application-scanning-with-nikto skill with my team?

Yes. Commit your project's .skills.json lockfile and teammates run `npx @skills-hub-ai/cli install` (no args) to install every skill at the exact version you pinned. Organization-scoped installs work via skills-hub.ai organizations.