shodan ☆

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Description:
Python library and command-line utility for Shodan

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 1.31.0@6 | Tracked Since: Dec 18, 2025

Links: Homepage | @shodanhq | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Security

Tags: security reconnaissance cli api networking

Install: brew install shodan

About:
Shodan is a Python library and command-line interface (CLI) that provides programmatic access to the Shodan search engine. It allows users to query for internet-connected devices and services using a rich set of filters. The tool is essential for security researchers and system administrators to discover exposed assets and potential vulnerabilities.

Key Features:

Command-line utility for quick searches and account management
Python API for integrating Shodan data into custom scripts and applications
Host discovery and service enumeration capabilities
Alerting and monitoring for new vulnerabilities or exposed services

Use Cases:

Performing reconnaissance to identify an organization's external attack surface
Automating security audits to find misconfigured or exposed devices
Researching internet-wide trends in service exposure and technology usage

Alternatives:

masscan – Masscan is a port scanner that scans the entire internet, whereas Shodan queries a pre-indexed database of historical scans.
nmap – Nmap is a network exploration tool for scanning specific targets, while Shodan provides a global view of devices already indexed.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 18, 2025 8:22am	1.31.0	6	VERSION_BUMP	e861eb8f
Jan 3, 2025 1:39am		3	VERSION_BUMP	cd570615
Jan 2, 2025 7:59pm		3	VERSION_BUMP	ba113b25