Cross-platform ping-based reconnaissance script for ethical hacking Built for MetBrains 7-Day Cyber Camp | Guided by Prof. Dimple Chauhan
This tool performs active network reconnaissance using the system ping
command. It auto-detects the operating system and presents the appropriate
ping arguments, validates user input, and executes the command with
colour-coded output.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 🖥️ Cross-Platform | Auto-detects Windows, Linux & Mac |
| 🎨 Colour Output | ANSI colour-coded terminal interface |
| ✔ Input Validation | Validates domain before executing |
| ⚙️ Multi-Argument | Supports all ping flags combined |
| 🔄 Repeat Mode | Run multiple pings without restarting |
| 📋 Help Menu | Shows OS-specific args with descriptions |
# Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/Cyber-Nate/python-info-gathering-tool
# Navigate to folder
cd python-info-gathering-tool
# Run the script
python cyber_nate_ping_tool.py
| Argument | Purpose |
|---|---|
-n <count> |
Number of packets to send |
-l <size> |
Packet buffer size in bytes |
-t |
Ping continuously (Ctrl+C to stop) |
-i <TTL> |
Set Time To Live value |
-w <ms> |
Timeout in milliseconds |
| Argument | Purpose |
|---|---|
-c <count> |
Number of packets to send |
-s <size> |
Packet size in bytes |
-i <interval> |
Interval between packets |
-W <sec> |
Timeout in seconds |
-q |
Quiet mode — summary only |
This tool is built strictly for educational purposes and authorized ethical hacking only. Do not use on systems you do not own or have explicit written permission to test.
Nathaniel Temitope Ogunjobi AMICDFA | CCEP | CBTP | CTIGA | SOC Analyst
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MetBrains 7-Day Cyber Camp 2026 | Guided by Prof. Dimple Chauhan