exploitdb ☆
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Description:
Database of public exploits and corresponding vulnerable software
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2025-12-17@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: security exploits penetration-testing vulnerability database
Install: brew install exploitdb
About:
ExploitDB is a comprehensive archive of public exploits and vulnerable software, sourced from various security researchers and platforms. It serves as a vital resource for identifying known vulnerabilities and testing security defenses. The tool is widely used by penetration testers and security professionals to validate security measures against real-world threats.
Key Features:
  • Offline access to a vast database of exploits
  • Searchable by CVE, exploit type, and platform
  • Regularly updated with the latest security vulnerabilities
  • Command-line interface for easy integration into security workflows
Use Cases:
  • Conducting penetration tests to identify system vulnerabilities
  • Validating the effectiveness of security patches and configurations
  • Researching historical exploits for security analysis
Alternatives:
  • Metasploit Framework – Metasploit provides an integrated framework for exploit development and deployment, whereas ExploitDB focuses on raw exploit code and database access.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 17, 2025 2:32am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6a8d1209
Dec 4, 2025 2:33am 0 VERSION_BUMP 8c741676
Dec 3, 2025 2:35am 0 VERSION_BUMP 105be0c9
Nov 1, 2025 2:30am 0 VERSION_BUMP 2313c7b6
Oct 30, 2025 2:35am 0 VERSION_BUMP 691ca97d
Sep 18, 2025 2:50am 0 VERSION_BUMP c3b576fa
Sep 13, 2025 2:42pm 0 VERSION_BUMP bda11206
Nov 26, 2024 2:23am 0 VERSION_BUMP 819dc1ad
Nov 16, 2024 12:49am 0 VERSION_BUMP ccfb19e8
Oct 2, 2024 12:42am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6f70ea2a
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