nuclei ☆
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Description:
HTTP/DNS scanner configurable via YAML templates
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.6.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 16, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: security scanner vulnerability-detection pentesting yaml
Install: brew install nuclei
About:
Nuclei is a fast, template-based vulnerability scanner designed to send requests across a large number of hosts. It uses simple YAML templates to detect vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and exposed endpoints across web applications, networks, and infrastructure.
Key Features:
  • YAML-based templating for easy customization
  • Supports HTTP, DNS, TCP, and SSL protocols
  • Low false-positive rate with precise matching
  • Concurrent scanning for high performance
Use Cases:
  • Automated vulnerability scanning across web applications
  • Penetration testing and security assessments
  • Continuous security monitoring of infrastructure
Alternatives:
  • masscan – Nuclei focuses on vulnerability detection via templates, while masscan is primarily a high-speed port scanner
  • Nikto – Nuclei offers modern YAML templates and better performance compared to Nikto's Perl-based legacy approach
Version History
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Dec 16, 2025 11:10am 0 VERSION_BUMP 5e4f20d9
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Dec 17, 2023 9:42pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 9f630390
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Nov 30, 2023 6:53pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 62ed47c1
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Feb 10, 2023 5:05pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 5112ee0d
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