hoaxshell
Windows reverse shell payload generator and handler that abuses http(s)
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Toolcommand-and-controlredLinuxKali LinuxPlatforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026
Hoaxshell is a Windows reverse shell payload generator and handler that abuses the http(s) protocol to establish a beacon-like reverse shell
Only use this tool against systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test — see the disclaimer.
Getting started
Install on Kali Linux with `sudo apt install hoaxshell`. See the official Kali tool page and upstream homepage linked above for full usage and configuration details.