Pentest Copilot: An Open-Source AI Agent for Autonomous Penetration Testing
tom_doerr · x · 2026-08-09
Pentest Copilot is an open-source, AI-driven penetration testing agent.
- Core Features: Connects to a Kali attack box to autonomously run security tools, analyze results, and iterate.
- Use Cases: Designed for real-world engagements, boot2root boxes, and CTFs.
- Workflow: Users describe the target, and the agent handles the rest by executing commands and making decisions in a loop.
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