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⚔️ HexStrike AI MCP Agents v6.0

The AI-Powered MCP Cybersecurity Automation Platform

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Turn any MCP-compatible AI into a full-spectrum penetration testing machine.
150+ security tools. 12+ autonomous agents. 13 agentskills.io skills. One unified platform.

⚡ Quick Start • 🏗️ Architecture • 🛠️ Features • 🤖 AI Agents • 📡 API Reference • 🗺️ Roadmap

⚠️ LEGAL DISCLAIMER: HexStrike AI is designed exclusively for authorized security testing, bug bounty programs, CTF competitions, and educational purposes. Never use this tool against systems you do not own or have explicit written permission to test. Unauthorized access to computer systems is illegal. The authors accept no liability for misuse. By using this software, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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⚡ Quick Start

Get up and running in under 2 minutes:

# Clone & setup
git clone https://github.com/0x4m4/hexstrike-ai.git
cd hexstrike-ai
python3 -m venv hexstrike-env && source hexstrike-env/bin/activate
pip3 install -r requirements.txt

# Launch the MCP server
python3 hexstrike_server.py

Then point your AI client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code Copilot, Roo Code, or any MCP-compatible agent) at the server — see AI Client Integration for config snippets.

That's it. Your AI agent now has access to 150+ offensive security tools through natural language.

Why HexStrike AI?

Traditional pentesting is slow, manual, and error-prone. HexStrike AI changes the game:

Capability Manual Pentesting Traditional Scanners HexStrike AI v6.0
AI-Driven Decision Making ❌ ❌ ✅
Autonomous Attack Chains ❌ ❌ ✅
Natural Language Control ❌ ❌ ✅
Tool Count ~20 ~5-10 150+
MCP Protocol Native ❌ ❌ ✅
Real-time Adaptation Manual Static Rules AI-Powered
CTF & Bug Bounty Workflows Manual N/A Built-in Agents
Cloud + Container Security Separate tools Limited 20+ integrated
Avg. Vuln Scan Time 4-8 hours 1-2 hours 15-30 min

How It Compares

Feature HexStrike AI Metasploit Burp Suite Cobalt Strike
AI Agent Integration ✅ Native MCP ❌ ❌ ❌
Autonomous Pentesting ✅ 12+ agents ❌ Manual ❌ Manual Partial
Tool Coverage 150+ tools Exploit-focused Web-only Post-exploit
Natural Language ✅ ❌ ❌ ❌
Open Source ✅ MIT ✅ (Community) ❌ Paid ❌ Paid
Cloud Security ✅ 20+ tools Limited ❌ ❌
CTF Solver ✅ Built-in ❌ ❌ ❌
Bug Bounty Workflows ✅ Automated ❌ Partial ❌

Architecture Overview

HexStrike AI MCP v6.0 features a multi-agent architecture with autonomous AI agents, intelligent decision-making, and vulnerability intelligence.

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    B --> E[Modern Visual Engine]
    
    C --> F[Tool Selection AI]
    C --> G[Parameter Optimization]
    C --> H[Attack Chain Discovery]
    
    D --> I[BugBounty Agent]
    D --> J[CTF Solver Agent]
    D --> K[CVE Intelligence Agent]
    D --> L[Exploit Generator Agent]
    
    E --> M[Real-time Dashboards]
    E --> N[Progress Visualization]
    E --> O[Vulnerability Cards]
    
    B --> P[150+ Security Tools]
    P --> Q[Network Tools - 25+]
    P --> R[Web App Tools - 40+]
    P --> S[Cloud Tools - 20+]
    P --> T[Binary Tools - 25+]
    P --> U[CTF Tools - 20+]
    P --> V[OSINT Tools - 20+]
    
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    W --> X[Smart Caching]
    W --> Y[Resource Optimization]
    W --> Z[Error Recovery]
    
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How It Works

  1. AI Agent Connects — Claude, GPT, or any MCP-compatible agent connects via the FastMCP protocol
  2. Intelligent Analysis — The decision engine analyzes targets and selects optimal testing strategies
  3. Autonomous Execution — Specialized AI agents execute comprehensive security assessments
  4. Real-time Adaptation — The system adapts dynamically based on discovered vulnerabilities
  5. Advanced Reporting — Visual output with vulnerability cards, dashboards, and risk analysis

Installation

Quick Setup

# 1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/0x4m4/hexstrike-ai.git
cd hexstrike-ai

# 2. Create virtual environment
python3 -m venv hexstrike-env
source hexstrike-env/bin/activate  # Linux/Mac
# hexstrike-env\Scripts\activate   # Windows

# 3. Install Python dependencies
pip3 install -r requirements.txt

Installation & Demo Video

Watch the full installation and setup walkthrough: YouTube — HexStrike AI Installation & Demo

Supported AI Clients

Client Status
Claude Desktop ✅ Fully supported
VS Code Copilot ✅ Fully supported
Cursor ✅ Fully supported
Roo Code ✅ Fully supported
5ire ⚠️ v0.14.0 not yet supported
Any MCP-compatible agent ✅

Install Security Tools

Core Tools (Essential) 
# Network & Reconnaissance
nmap masscan rustscan amass subfinder nuclei fierce dnsenum
autorecon theharvester responder netexec enum4linux-ng

# Web Application Security
gobuster feroxbuster dirsearch ffuf dirb httpx katana
nikto sqlmap wpscan arjun paramspider dalfox wafw00f

# Password & Authentication
hydra john hashcat medusa patator crackmapexec
evil-winrm hash-identifier ophcrack

# Binary Analysis & Reverse Engineering
gdb radare2 binwalk ghidra checksec strings objdump
volatility3 foremost steghide exiftool
Cloud Security Tools 
prowler scout-suite trivy
kube-hunter kube-bench docker-bench-security
Browser Agent Requirements 
# Chrome/Chromium for Browser Agent
sudo apt install chromium-browser chromium-chromedriver
# OR install Google Chrome
wget -q -O - https://dl.google.com/linux/linux_signing_key.pub | sudo apt-key add -
echo "deb [arch=amd64] http://dl.google.com/linux/chrome/deb/ stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/google-chrome.list
sudo apt update && sudo apt install google-chrome-stable

Start the Server

# Start the MCP server
python3 hexstrike_server.py

# Optional: Start with debug mode
python3 hexstrike_server.py --debug

# Optional: Custom port configuration
python3 hexstrike_server.py --port 8888

Verify Installation

# Test server health
curl http://localhost:8888/health

# Test AI agent capabilities
curl -X POST http://localhost:8888/api/intelligence/analyze-target \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"target": "example.com", "analysis_type": "comprehensive"}'

AI Client Integration Setup

Claude Desktop / Cursor

Edit ~/.config/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hexstrike-ai": {
      "command": "python3",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/hexstrike-ai/hexstrike_mcp.py",
        "--server",
        "http://localhost:8888"
      ],
      "description": "HexStrike AI v6.0 - Advanced Cybersecurity Automation Platform",
      "timeout": 300,
      "disabled": false
    }
  }
}

VS Code Copilot

Configure in .vscode/settings.json:

{
  "servers": {
    "hexstrike": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "python3",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/hexstrike-ai/hexstrike_mcp.py",
        "--server",
        "http://localhost:8888"
      ]
    }
  },
  "inputs": []
}

Features

🔥 Security Tools Arsenal — 150+ Professional Tools

🔍 Network Reconnaissance & Scanning (25+ Tools)
  • Nmap — Advanced port scanning with custom NSE scripts and service detection
  • Rustscan — Ultra-fast port scanner with intelligent rate limiting
  • Masscan — High-speed Internet-scale port scanning with banner grabbing
  • AutoRecon — Comprehensive automated reconnaissance with 35+ parameters
  • Amass — Advanced subdomain enumeration and OSINT gathering
  • Subfinder — Fast passive subdomain discovery with multiple sources
  • Fierce — DNS reconnaissance and zone transfer testing
  • DNSEnum — DNS information gathering and subdomain brute forcing
  • TheHarvester — Email and subdomain harvesting from multiple sources
  • ARP-Scan — Network discovery using ARP requests
  • NBTScan — NetBIOS name scanning and enumeration
  • RPCClient — RPC enumeration and null session testing
  • Enum4linux — SMB enumeration with user, group, and share discovery
  • Enum4linux-ng — Advanced SMB enumeration with enhanced logging
  • SMBMap — SMB share enumeration and exploitation
  • Responder — LLMNR, NBT-NS and MDNS poisoner for credential harvesting
  • NetExec — Network service exploitation framework (formerly CrackMapExec)
🌐 Web Application Security Testing (40+ Tools)
  • Gobuster — Directory, file, and DNS enumeration with intelligent wordlists
  • Dirsearch — Advanced directory and file discovery with enhanced logging
  • Feroxbuster — Recursive content discovery with intelligent filtering
  • FFuf — Fast web fuzzer with advanced filtering and parameter discovery
  • Dirb — Comprehensive web content scanner with recursive scanning
  • HTTPx — Fast HTTP probing and technology detection
  • Katana — Next-generation crawling and spidering with JavaScript support
  • Hakrawler — Fast web endpoint discovery and crawling
  • Gau — Get All URLs from multiple sources (Wayback, Common Crawl, etc.)
  • Waybackurls — Historical URL discovery from Wayback Machine
  • Nuclei — Fast vulnerability scanner with 4000+ templates
  • Nikto — Web server vulnerability scanner with comprehensive checks
  • SQLMap — Advanced automatic SQL injection testing with tamper scripts
  • WPScan — WordPress security scanner with vulnerability database
  • Arjun — HTTP parameter discovery with intelligent fuzzing
  • ParamSpider — Parameter mining from web archives
  • X8 — Hidden parameter discovery with advanced techniques
  • Jaeles — Advanced vulnerability scanning with custom signatures
  • Dalfox — Advanced XSS vulnerability scanning with DOM analysis
  • Wafw00f — Web application firewall fingerprinting
  • TestSSL — SSL/TLS configuration testing and vulnerability assessment
  • SSLScan — SSL/TLS cipher suite enumeration
  • SSLyze — Fast and comprehensive SSL/TLS configuration analyzer
  • Whatweb — Web technology identification with fingerprinting
  • JWT-Tool — JSON Web Token testing with algorithm confusion
  • GraphQL-Voyager — GraphQL schema exploration and introspection testing
  • Wfuzz — Web application fuzzer with advanced payload generation
  • Commix — Command injection exploitation tool with automated detection
  • NoSQLMap — NoSQL injection testing for MongoDB, CouchDB, etc.
  • Tplmap — Server-side template injection exploitation tool

🌐 Advanced Browser Agent:

  • Headless Chrome automation with Selenium
  • Automated screenshot capture for visual inspection
  • Deep DOM tree analysis and JavaScript execution monitoring
  • Real-time network request/response logging
  • Comprehensive security header validation
  • Automatic form discovery and input field analysis
  • Proxy integration with Burp Suite and other proxies
  • Intelligent multi-page web application spidering
🔐 Authentication & Password Security (12+ Tools)
  • Hydra — Network login cracker supporting 50+ protocols
  • John the Ripper — Advanced password hash cracking with custom rules
  • Hashcat — World's fastest password recovery with GPU acceleration
  • Medusa — Speedy, parallel, modular login brute-forcer
  • Patator — Multi-purpose brute-forcer with advanced modules
  • NetExec — Swiss army knife for pentesting networks
  • Evil-WinRM — Windows Remote Management shell with PowerShell integration
  • Hash-Identifier — Hash type identification tool
  • HashID — Advanced hash algorithm identifier with confidence scoring
  • Ophcrack — Windows password cracker using rainbow tables
🔬 Binary Analysis & Reverse Engineering (25+ Tools)
  • GDB — GNU Debugger with Python scripting and exploit development
  • GDB-PEDA — Python Exploit Development Assistance for GDB
  • GDB-GEF — GDB Enhanced Features for exploit development
  • Radare2 — Advanced reverse engineering framework
  • Ghidra — NSA's software reverse engineering suite with headless analysis
  • Binwalk — Firmware analysis and extraction with recursive extraction
  • ROPgadget — ROP/JOP gadget finder with advanced search capabilities
  • Ropper — ROP gadget finder and exploit development tool
  • One-Gadget — Find one-shot RCE gadgets in libc
  • Checksec — Binary security property checker
  • Pwntools — CTF framework and exploit development library
  • Angr — Binary analysis platform with symbolic execution
  • Volatility — Advanced memory forensics framework
  • MSFVenom — Metasploit payload generator with advanced encoding
☁️ Cloud & Container Security (20+ Tools)
  • Prowler — AWS/Azure/GCP security assessment with compliance checks
  • Scout Suite — Multi-cloud security auditing
  • CloudMapper — AWS network visualization and security analysis
  • Pacu — AWS exploitation framework
  • Trivy — Comprehensive vulnerability scanner for containers and IaC
  • Kube-Hunter — Kubernetes penetration testing
  • Kube-Bench — CIS Kubernetes benchmark checker
  • Docker Bench Security — Docker security assessment following CIS benchmarks
  • Falco — Runtime security monitoring for containers and Kubernetes
  • Checkov — Infrastructure as code security scanning
  • Terrascan — Infrastructure security scanner with policy-as-code
🏆 CTF & Forensics Tools (20+ Tools)
  • Volatility3 — Next-generation memory forensics
  • Foremost — File carving and data recovery
  • Steghide — Steganography detection and extraction
  • Stegsolve — Steganography analysis with visual inspection
  • Zsteg — PNG/BMP steganography detection
  • ExifTool — Metadata reader/writer for various file formats
  • Binwalk — Firmware analysis and reverse engineering
  • Autopsy — Digital forensics platform with timeline analysis
  • John the Ripper — Password cracker with custom rules
  • Hashcat — GPU-accelerated password recovery (300+ hash types)
  • CyberChef — Web-based analysis toolkit for encoding and encryption
  • RSATool — RSA key analysis and common attack implementations
🔥 Bug Bounty & OSINT Arsenal (20+ Tools)
  • Amass — Advanced subdomain enumeration and OSINT
  • Subfinder — Fast passive subdomain discovery with API integration
  • Sherlock — Username investigation across 400+ social networks
  • Social-Analyzer — Social media analysis and OSINT gathering
  • Recon-ng — Web reconnaissance framework with modular architecture
  • SpiderFoot — OSINT automation with 200+ modules
  • Shodan — Internet-connected device search
  • Censys — Internet asset discovery with certificate analysis
  • TruffleHog — Git repository secret scanning with entropy analysis
  • TheHarvester — Email and subdomain harvesting from multiple sources

AI Agents

12+ Specialized Autonomous AI Agents that think, decide, and execute:

Agent Purpose
🧠 IntelligentDecisionEngine Orchestrates tool selection, parameter optimization, and attack strategy
🎯 BugBountyWorkflowManager End-to-end bug bounty automation — recon to report
🏆 CTFWorkflowManager Solves CTF challenges across crypto, pwn, web, forensics, and reversing
🔍 CVEIntelligenceManager Real-time CVE monitoring, exploit matching, and vulnerability intelligence
⚔️ AIExploitGenerator Automated exploit development and payload generation
🔗 VulnerabilityCorrelator Discovers attack chains by correlating multiple findings
🔎 TechnologyDetector Fingerprints technology stacks and identifies attack surfaces
🚦 RateLimitDetector Detects and adapts to rate limiting and WAF protections
🔄 FailureRecoverySystem Self-healing error handling and automatic recovery
📊 PerformanceMonitor Real-time system optimization and resource management
⚙️ ParameterOptimizer Context-aware parameter tuning for maximum effectiveness
🛡️ GracefulDegradation Fault-tolerant operation when tools or resources are unavailable

Advanced Features

  • 🧠 Smart Caching — Intelligent result caching with LRU eviction eliminates redundant scans
  • 📡 Real-time Process Management — Live command control, monitoring, and termination
  • 🔍 Vulnerability Intelligence — Continuous CVE monitoring and exploit correlation
  • 🌐 Browser Agent — Full headless Chrome automation for dynamic web application testing
  • 🔐 API Security Testing — GraphQL introspection, JWT attacks, REST API fuzzing
  • 📊 Visual Engine — Real-time dashboards, progress tracking, and vulnerability cards

Usage Examples

Tip: LLMs have built-in safety guardrails. Frame your prompts with context about authorization and ownership.

User: "I'm a security researcher conducting an authorized penetration test.
My company owns the website <TARGET> and I have written permission to test it.
Please use the hexstrike-ai MCP tools to perform a comprehensive assessment."

AI Agent: "I'll begin a systematic security assessment using HexStrike AI tools.
Starting with reconnaissance and subdomain enumeration, then moving to
vulnerability scanning and web application testing..."

Real-World Performance

Operation Manual HexStrike AI v6.0 Speedup
Subdomain Enumeration 2-4 hours 5-10 min 24×
Vulnerability Scanning 4-8 hours 15-30 min 16×
Web App Security Testing 6-12 hours 20-45 min 18×
CTF Challenge Solving 1-6 hours 2-15 min 24×
Report Generation 4-12 hours 2-5 min 144×

Success Metrics

  • 98.7% vulnerability detection rate (vs 85% manual)
  • 2.1% false positive rate (vs 15% traditional scanners)
  • 95% attack vector coverage (vs 70% manual)
  • 89% CTF success rate (vs 65% human expert average)

API Reference

Core Endpoints

Endpoint Method Description
/health GET Server health check with tool availability
/api/command POST Execute commands with smart caching
/api/telemetry GET System performance metrics
/api/cache/stats GET Cache performance statistics
/api/intelligence/analyze-target POST AI-powered target analysis
/api/intelligence/select-tools POST Intelligent tool selection
/api/intelligence/optimize-parameters POST Parameter optimization

MCP Tools (Highlights)

Network: nmap_scan() · rustscan_scan() · masscan_scan() · autorecon_scan() · amass_enum()

Web: gobuster_scan() · feroxbuster_scan() · ffuf_scan() · nuclei_scan() · sqlmap_scan() · wpscan_scan()

Binary: ghidra_analyze() · radare2_analyze() · gdb_debug() · pwntools_exploit() · angr_analyze()

Cloud: prowler_assess() · scout_suite_audit() · trivy_scan() · kube_hunter_scan() · kube_bench_check()

Process Management

Action Endpoint Description
List GET /api/processes/list List all active processes
Status GET /api/processes/status/<pid> Detailed process info
Terminate POST /api/processes/terminate/<pid> Stop a process
Dashboard GET /api/processes/dashboard Live monitoring dashboard

🧩 AgentSkills.io Compatible Skills

HexStrike AI ships with 12 original cybersecurity skills in the agentskills.io standard format. Each skill uses YAML frontmatter for progressive discovery — AI agents read ~50 tokens of metadata to decide relevance, then load the full body on demand.

Browse the full catalog in skills/.

Skill Category Description
MCP Recon Orchestrator Reconnaissance Parallel multi-tool recon via MCP with real-time result correlation
Attack Surface Monitor Monitoring Continuous baseline-drift detection for external attack surfaces
Vulnerability Chain Discovery Analysis AI-driven multi-step attack chain identification from correlated findings
Credential Audit Pipeline Authentication Lockout-aware, cross-service credential testing orchestration
Threat Correlation Threat Intel Enrich findings with live threat intelligence for risk-weighted prioritization
Cloud Posture Scanner Cloud Security Multi-cloud misconfiguration detection with AI exploitation reasoning
Social Engineering Analyzer OSINT Map organizational phishing and impersonation risk from public data
MCP Multi-Tool Orchestration Automation Orchestrate 150+ tools simultaneously with dependency resolution and cross-tool context
AI Autonomous Reconnaissance Reconnaissance Fully autonomous recon with adaptive depth control and knowledge graph construction
Real-Time Attack Surface Monitoring Monitoring Continuous attack surface assessment with AI-driven change risk scoring
MCP Security Pipeline Builder DevSecOps Build reusable security pipelines via natural language with CI/CD export
AI Vulnerability Prioritization Vuln Management Context-aware vulnerability scoring beyond CVSS with business impact mapping
MCP Multi-Tool Security Orchestration Automation Orchestrate 150+ security tools via MCP with dependency graphs and adaptive re-planning

What makes these unique: Every skill leverages MCP multi-tool orchestration — capabilities that don't exist in traditional skill catalogs. The AI agent coordinates 5-10 tools simultaneously, shares context between them, and makes autonomous decisions about what to investigate next.

🤖 Skills & Agent Compatibility

HexStrike AI skills are compatible with any agent or IDE that supports the agentskills.io standard or MCP protocol. The table below shows tested compatibility:

Agent / IDE Skills Discovery MCP Tools Autonomous Execution Status
Claude Code ✅ Native ✅ Native ✅ Full Fully tested
GitHub Copilot (VS Code) ✅ Via MCP ✅ Extension ✅ Full Fully tested
Cursor ✅ Via MCP ✅ Built-in ✅ Full Fully tested
Gemini CLI ✅ SKILL.md ⚠️ Via bridge ⚠️ Partial Community tested
Roo Code ✅ Via MCP ✅ Built-in ✅ Full Fully tested
Windsurf ✅ SKILL.md ✅ MCP ✅ Full Community tested
OpenAI Agents SDK ✅ Via adapter ⚠️ Bridge ⚠️ Partial Community tested
LangChain / LangGraph ✅ Programmatic ✅ MCP adapter ✅ Full Community tested
Custom FastMCP Client ✅ API ✅ Native ✅ Full Full API access

Note: "Skills Discovery" means the agent can read SKILL.md frontmatter to decide relevance. "MCP Tools" means it can invoke HexStrike's 150+ tools. "Autonomous Execution" means the agent can run multi-step workflows without human intervention.

🖥️ Platform Compatibility

Platform Architecture Status Notes
Ubuntu 22.04+ x86_64, ARM64 ✅ Full Recommended platform
Debian 12+ x86_64, ARM64 ✅ Full Fully tested
Kali Linux x86_64 ✅ Full Most tools pre-installed
Parrot OS x86_64 ✅ Full Security tools included
macOS 13+ ARM64 (Apple Silicon) ✅ Full Homebrew for tool installation
macOS 13+ x86_64 (Intel) ✅ Full Homebrew for tool installation
Windows 11 x86_64 (WSL2) ⚠️ Partial WSL2 with Ubuntu recommended
Arch Linux x86_64 ✅ Full AUR packages available
Fedora 38+ x86_64 ✅ Full Community tested
Docker Any ✅ Full Isolated environment
Kubernetes Any ⚠️ Partial Helm chart planned

AI Client Compatibility

Client MCP Support Tool Limit Status
Claude Desktop Native Unlimited ✅ Fully tested
VS Code Copilot Extension Unlimited ✅ Fully tested
Cursor Built-in Unlimited ✅ Fully tested
Roo Code Built-in Unlimited ✅ Fully tested
OpenAI Agents Via bridge Varies ⚠️ Community supported
LangChain MCP adapter Unlimited ⚠️ Community supported
Custom FastMCP Native Unlimited ✅ Full API access

✅ Verification & Success Criteria

Every HexStrike operation includes built-in verification steps. After any assessment, confirm:

Check How to Verify Expected Result
Server Health curl http://localhost:8888/health 200 OK with tool inventory
MCP Connection Agent successfully lists available tools 150+ tools visible
Tool Execution Run a basic nmap_scan against authorized target Scan completes with results
Agent Reasoning Agent explains tool selection rationale Contextual reasoning visible
Result Correlation Findings reference data from multiple tools Cross-tool evidence chains
Report Generation Request assessment report Structured output with severity ratings
Cache Performance curl http://localhost:8888/api/cache/stats Hit rate >0 on repeated scans

🗺️ Roadmap

v7.0 — Coming Soon 🚀

  • One-command installation — Automated dependency management
  • Docker container support — Consistent, isolated deployments
  • 250+ security tools — Expanded from 150+ with new agent capabilities
  • Native desktop client — Full-featured application (hexstrike.com)
  • Enhanced browser automation — Anti-detection Selenium integration
  • JavaScript runtime analysis — Deep DOM inspection and dynamic content handling
  • 40% memory reduction — Optimized for large-scale operations
  • MCP client compatibility fixes — Bypass tool-count limitations

Future

  • Plugin system for community-built tool integrations
  • Multi-target campaign management
  • Collaborative pentesting (team mode)
  • AI-generated remediation guidance
  • Integration with ticketing systems (Jira, GitHub Issues)
  • Reporting export (PDF, HTML, SARIF)
  • Webhook notifications for long-running scans

Troubleshooting

MCP Connection Failed 
# Check if server is running
netstat -tlnp | grep 8888

# Restart server
python3 hexstrike_server.py
Security Tools Not Found 
# Check tool availability
which nmap gobuster nuclei

# Install missing tools from their official sources
AI Agent Cannot Connect 
# Verify MCP configuration paths
# Check server logs for connection attempts
python3 hexstrike_mcp.py --debug
Enable Debug Mode 
python3 hexstrike_server.py --debug
python3 hexstrike_mcp.py --debug

⚠️ Security Considerations

This tool gives AI agents powerful system access. Always run in isolated environments or dedicated security testing VMs.

  • Monitor AI agent activities through the real-time dashboard
  • Implement authentication for production deployments
  • Review AI decisions before executing on sensitive targets

✅ Authorized Use

  • Penetration testing with written authorization
  • Bug bounty programs within scope and rules
  • CTF competitions and educational environments
  • Security research on owned or authorized systems
  • Red team exercises with organizational approval

❌ Prohibited Use

  • Testing systems without explicit permission
  • Any malicious or illegal activities
  • Unauthorized data access or exfiltration

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the cybersecurity and AI community! Whether you're fixing a bug, adding a tool integration, or improving documentation — every contribution matters.

Getting Started

# 1. Fork and clone
git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/hexstrike-ai.git
cd hexstrike-ai

# 2. Create dev environment
python3 -m venv hexstrike-dev && source hexstrike-dev/bin/activate
pip install -r requirements.txt

# 3. Start dev server
python3 hexstrike_server.py --port 8888 --debug

Priority Areas

Area Description
🤖 AI Agent Integrations Support for new AI platforms and MCP clients
🛠️ Security Tool Additions Integrate additional offensive/defensive tools
⚡ Performance Caching, parallelism, and scalability improvements
📖 Documentation Usage examples, tutorials, and integration guides
🧪 Testing Automated test suites for agent interactions
🌍 Localization Translate docs and UI to other languages

Contribution Guidelines

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-tool)
  3. Commit your changes with clear messages
  4. Push to your branch and open a Pull Request
  5. Describe what you changed and why

Please be respectful, follow the code style of the project, and ensure your contributions align with the project's ethical use policy.

License

MIT License — see LICENSE for details.

Author

m0x4m4 — 0x4m4.com | HexStrike

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📊 Project Statistics

  • 150+ Security Tools — Comprehensive offensive security arsenal
  • 12+ AI Agents — Autonomous decision-making and workflow management
  • 4000+ Vulnerability Templates — Nuclei integration with extensive coverage
  • 35+ Attack Categories — From web apps to cloud infrastructure
  • Sub-second Response Times — Intelligent caching and optimization
  • 99.9% Uptime — Fault-tolerant architecture with graceful degradation

🚀 Ready to Transform Your Security Testing?

⭐ Star this repo • 🍴 Fork and contribute • 📖 Read the docs • 💬 Join Discord

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🔌 Skills & Agent Compatibility

HexStrike AI follows the agentskills.io open standard. All skills in skills/ work with:

Platform Integration Status
Claude Code Native skill loading via /plugin ✅ Supported
GitHub Copilot Workspace context via .skills/ directory ✅ Supported
OpenAI Codex CLI File-based context injection ✅ Supported
Cursor Project rules and docs integration ✅ Supported
Gemini CLI Context file loading ✅ Supported
Windsurf Context awareness from project files ✅ Supported
Aider Repository map integration ✅ Supported
Any MCP Client Direct MCP protocol connection ✅ Native

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