seckl0ps

Author: Nicholas Acord

Description:
seckl0ps is an all-inclusive, open-source OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) tool designed for automating and streamlining various intelligence-gathering tasks. It is tailored for cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and researchers who need a modular, efficient, and powerful reconnaissance tool.

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Features

• URL Analysis: Perform WHOIS lookups, DNS resolution, and HTTP header inspections.
• Phone Number Analysis: Metadata and carrier information using OSINT tools.
• IP Address Scanning: Traceroute, geolocation, and port scanning.
• Customizable Modules: Extend or modify functionality easily.

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Purpose and Scope

seckl0ps is designed to:

• Simplify reconnaissance tasks by automating multiple processes.
• Provide a single package that includes all necessary dependencies and tools.
• Ensure modularity to allow users to focus on specific OSINT tasks without redundancy.

Responsible Use

This tool is intended for:

• Ethical hacking and cybersecurity research.
• Educational purposes in controlled environments.

Users are expected to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. See the LICENSE file for more details on responsible use and legal compliance.

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Installation

Prerequisites

• Python 3.10+
• Linux-based operating system (tested on Kali Linux and Ubuntu 24.10)
• Basic understanding of OSINT tools

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone [REPOSITORY_URL_PLACEHOLDER]
   cd seckl0ps

2. Set up a virtual environment and install dependencies:

   python3 -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate
   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Run the installer to configure additional tools:

   bash scripts/install.sh

4. Start using the tool:

   python src/main.py

For detailed installation instructions, see the INSTALL.md file.

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Usage

Run the main script to initiate the tool. For specific modules, use command-line arguments.

Example:

python src/main.py --url "http://example.com" --phone "+1234567890"

For detailed usage instructions, see the USAGE.md file.

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Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bugfix.
3. Submit a pull request with a detailed explanation of your changes.

For more details, see the CONTRIBUTING.md file.

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License

This project is licensed under a custom license. See the LICENSE file for details.