This cheat sheet is designed to briefly reference some of the most commonly used Hping commands, along with a brief description and practical examples to illustrate their use. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to brush up on your command-line skills or a newcomer eager to explore the possibilities of networking through Hping, you’ll find valuable insights and shortcuts here.
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Installation:
| Distribution | Command |
|---|---|
| Debian/Ubuntu | sudo apt install hping3 |
| CentOS/Fedora/Red Hat | sudo yum install hping3 (CentOS/Fedora)sudo dnf install hping3 (Fedora 22+) |
| NixOS | nix-env -iA nixpkgs.hping |
Hping Cheat Sheet Commands:
| Task | Command |
|---|---|
| Ping using ICMP | hping3 -1 example.com |
| Traceroute using UDP | hping3 --traceroute -V -1 example.com |
| Perform SYN flooding attack | hping3 -S --flood -V example.com |
| Check firewall rules with ACK | hping3 -A -p 80 example.com |
| Port scanning | hping3 -S example.com -p ++1 |
Wrapping Up
This Hping cheat sheet has highlighted the tool’s flexibility and power for everything from simple tasks to advanced operations. Mastering Hping can significantly boost your networking skills. Keep practising, exploring further resources, and share your findings to deepen your understanding and contribute to the community’s collective knowledge.
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References
Official Hping Documentation (available at the official Hping website)
