# Kali Linux Course #172: faraday-cli$
## Section 1: Introduction & Installation of faraday-cli$
### What is faraday-cli$?
faraday-cli$ is a powerful command-line interface tool designed for the Faraday Vulnerability Management platform. It serves as a comprehensive environment for security assessments, enabling security professionals to streamline their pentesting workflows. The integration of faraday-cli$ with Kali Linux allows for efficient vulnerability analysis and management, particularly in penetration testing engagements.
### Installation on Kali Linux
The installation process of faraday-cli$ on Kali Linux is straightforward. By leveraging Kali's repository and dependency management, we can ensure the tool is set up properly. Follow these steps:
#### Step 1: Update Your System
Before installing any new tools, it's good practice to ensure your Kali Linux distribution is updated. Open your terminal and execute:
"`bash
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
"`
#### Step 2: Install Required Dependencies
faraday-cli$ requires a few dependencies to function optimally. Install them using the following command:
"`bash
sudo apt install python3 python3-pip git -y
"`
#### Step 3: Clone the faraday-cli$ Repository
Next, you will clone the official faraday-cli$ GitHub repository:
"`bash
git clone https://github.com/infobyte/faraday-cli.git
"`
#### Step 4: Navigate to the Directory
Change into the directory you just cloned:
"`bash
cd faraday-cli
"`
#### Step 5: Install the faraday-cli$ Tool
Use pip to install faraday-cli$:
"`bash
sudo python3 setup.py install
"`
### Configuration of faraday-cli$
After installation, you need to configure faraday-cli$ for your specific environment.
#### Step 1: Create a Configuration File
faraday-cli$ relies on a configuration file to manage settings. You can create a default configuration file using the following command:
"`bash
faraday-cli config –default
"`
This will generate a configuration file in `~/.faraday-cli/config.json`.
#### Step 2: Edit Configuration File
Open the configuration file with your preferred text editor:
"`bash
nano ~/.faraday-cli/config.json
"`
Modify the parameters according to your needs, such as server URL, authentication tokens, and more.
"`json
{
"server": {
"url": "http://localhost:5985",
"token": "your_api_token"
},
"general": {
"output_format": "json",
"verbosity": "info"
}
}
"`
### Step-by-Step Usage of faraday-cli$
Now that faraday-cli$ is installed and configured, let’s explore how to use it effectively in the context of a pentesting engagement.
#### Step 1: Connecting to Faraday Server
To connect to a Faraday server, you can use the following command:
"`bash
faraday-cli -s
"`
#### Step 2: Importing Vulnerability Data
One common use-case is importing scan results from various security tools such as Nmap, Nessus, and OpenVAS. Use the following command to import data:
"`bash
faraday-cli import -f
For example, to import an Nmap XML file:
"`bash
faraday-cli import -f nmap_report.xml –format nmap
"`
#### Step 3: Querying Data
You can query data stored in Faraday using the command line. For example, to view all the vulnerabilities:
"`bash
faraday-cli query –vulnerabilities
"`
You can also filter vulnerabilities by severity:
"`bash
faraday-cli query –vulnerabilities –severity high
"`
### Real-World Use Cases
#### Use Case 1: Collaborative Penetration Testing
In a collaborative pentest, several security analysts might be working on the same target. With faraday-cli$, all team members can share their findings in real-time. Each analyst can import their scan results and update vulnerabilities, making it easy to track progress.
1. Each analyst runs their specific tools against the target.
2. They import results into the shared Faraday server.
3. The team can view and discuss findings in real time, adjusting strategies as necessary.
#### Use Case 2: Continuous Vulnerability Management
In organizations with continuous pentesting practices, faraday-cli$ allows security teams to maintain an ongoing inventory of vulnerabilities. Regularly scheduled scans can feed back into Faraday, and the team can prioritize remediation efforts based on the data.
1. Schedule automated scans using tools like OpenVAS.
2. Import reports into Faraday.
3. Analyze the results and assign remediation tasks to respective team members.
### Advanced Technical Explanations
#### JSON Data Management
faraday-cli$ operates extensively with JSON formatted data. Understanding how to navigate and manipulate JSON can enhance your ability to manage vulnerability data efficiently.
##### Example: Filtering JSON Data
You can utilize tools like `jq` to filter JSON data from your vulnerability reports. For example:
"`bash
cat report.json | jq '.vulnerabilities[] | select(.severity == "high")'
"`
This command filters the vulnerabilities, displaying only those categorized as high severity.
#### Integrating faraday-cli$ with Other Security Tools
faraday-cli$ can work seamlessly with various security tools. By scripting automated workflows, you can enhance your pentesting engagements significantly.
##### Example Script: Automated Import
Here’s a simple bash script to automate the import of results from multiple scans:
"`bash
#!/bin/bash
declare -a scans=("nmap_report.xml" "nessus_report.xml")
for scan in "${scans[@]}"
do
faraday-cli import -f $scan
done
"`
### External References
– [Faraday Documentation](https://faradaysec.com/docs/)
– [Kali Linux Official Documentation](https://www.kali.org/docs/)
– [GitHub Repository for faraday-cli$](https://github.com/infobyte/faraday-cli)
This section provided a comprehensive look at the installation, configuration, and application of faraday-cli$ within Kali Linux. Future sections will delve deeper into specific functionalities and advanced techniques.
Made by pablo rotem / פבלו רותם