Veil
Generate AV-evading payloads.
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pkg: veil
Veil produces obfuscated/encoded payloads designed to bypass common antivirus for red-team use.
Syntax
veil → use {payload}
Example
veil
Pick a payload module and generate an AV-evasive binary.
Advantages
- AV-evasion payloads
- Multiple languages
Disadvantages
- Modern EDR still catches
- Easily abused
Tags
#payload#av-evasion
Official docs: Veil ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What is Veil used for?
Veil produces obfuscated/encoded payloads designed to bypass common antivirus for red-team use.
What is an example Veil command?
A common example is: veil — Pick a payload module and generate an AV-evasive binary.
Is Veil part of Kali Linux?
Yes. Veil ships with Kali Linux (and Parrot OS). If missing, install it with: sudo apt install veil.
What category of security tool is Veil?
Veil is a Exploitation tool with a high-risk profile when run against a live target.
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