smap
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Description:
Drop-in replacement for Nmap powered by shodan.io
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: reconnaissance security networking shodan pentesting
Install: brew install smap
About:
Smap is a command-line utility that leverages Shodan's internet-wide scan data to perform network discovery and reconnaissance. It serves as a direct drop-in replacement for Nmap, accepting the same command-line arguments and output formats. This allows security professionals to conduct port scans on a massive scale without sending a single packet to the target network.
Key Features:
  • Drop-in replacement for Nmap with identical syntax
  • Uses Shodan data for passive reconnaissance
  • No network packets sent to targets
  • Bypasses firewall rules and intrusion detection
Use Cases:
  • Passive network reconnaissance and asset discovery
  • Penetration testing reconnaissance phase
  • Identifying exposed services without triggering alerts
Alternatives:
  • Nmap – Active scanning tool that sends packets; Smap is passive and uses external data
  • Masscan – High-speed active scanner; Smap requires no network traffic
Version History
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Sep 15, 2025 10:46am 0 VERSION_BUMP 38c8dd04
Dec 4, 2024 1:01am 0 VERSION_BUMP a52ef978
Sep 13, 2024 11:22pm 0 VERSION_BUMP f0d6793a