villain
High level C2 framework
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Toolcommand-and-controlredLinuxKali LinuxPlatforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026
Villain is a C2 framework that can handle multiple TCP socket & HoaxShell-based reverse shells, enhance their functionality with additional features and share them among connected sibling servers.
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 villain`. See the official Kali tool page and upstream homepage linked above for full usage and configuration details.
