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netexec

Network Execution Tool

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Matches ATT&CK tactic: Credential Access ↗ · Matches ATT&CK tactic: Lateral Movement ↗

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Platforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026

NetExec (AKA nxc) is a network service exploitation tool that helps automate assessing the security of large networks.

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