pktanon ☆
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Description:
Packet trace anonymization
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: networking security privacy packet-analysis pcap
Install: brew install pktanon
About:
Pktanon is a specialized tool for anonymizing packet trace data, ensuring privacy when sharing network captures. It systematically modifies sensitive information like IP addresses and payload content while preserving the structural integrity of the trace. This allows for safe analysis and collaboration on network traffic without exposing confidential data.
Key Features:
  • Anonymizes IP addresses and payload data
  • Preserves packet timing and size for realistic analysis
  • Configurable via XML profiles
  • Supports PCAP file formats
Use Cases:
  • Sharing network traces for debugging without leaking sensitive data
  • Creating safe datasets for academic research and training
Alternatives:
  • tcpdump – Generic capture tool; requires manual scripting for anonymization
  • Wireshark – GUI analyzer; has some privacy features but less automated for batch processing
Version History
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Sep 16, 2025 12:57pm 5 VERSION_BUMP ca775de7
Sep 13, 2024 6:02am 4 VERSION_BUMP a54e4341
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