amap

Next-generation scanning tool for pentesters

Platforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026

AMAP stands for Application MAPper. It is a next-generation scanning tool for pentesters. It attempts to identify applications even if they are running on a different port than normal.

Only use this tool against systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test — see the disclaimer.

Getting started

See the official Kali tool page and upstream homepage linked above for installation and usage details.

Commonly preinstalled on

Kali Linux

Debian-based distribution built for penetration testing and security auditing