Bettercap is a versatile and feature-rich penetration testing tool designed for network analysis and security assessments.
Features
- Bettercap excels in MITM attacks, allowing testers to intercept and manipulate network traffic between two parties, providing insights into potential vulnerabilities.
- The tool can act as an HTTP and HTTPS proxy, enabling testers to analyze and manipulate web traffic, including encrypted connections.
- Bettercap uses caplets, which are scripts that extend its functionality. This allows users to customize and automate various tasks, enhancing the tool's versatility.
- Bettercap supports Wi-Fi attacks, enabling testers to perform reconnaissance, deauthentication attacks, and even capture WPA handshakes for password cracking.
- The tool has the capability to capture credentials from various protocols, including HTTP, FTP, and more, providing valuable insights into potential security weaknesses.
- Bettercap seamlessly integrates with Metasploit, allowing testers to combine the strengths of both tools for a more comprehensive penetration testing approach.
Installation
Installing Bettercap on Kali Linux is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Update the package list using the following command:
Install Bettercap by running the following command: