fping
Fast, parallel ICMP host sweeping.
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pkg: fping
fping pings many hosts in parallel, making it ideal for quickly identifying live hosts across a range.
Syntax
fping [-a -g] {CIDR}
Example
fping -a -g 192.168.1.0/24 2>/dev/null
Generates the range (-g), prints only alive hosts (-a), suppressing errors.
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fping
Usage examples
fping -a -g 192.168.1.0/24 2>/dev/null
List alive hosts quickly.
Advantages
- Much faster than serial ping
- Simple alive-host lists
- Scriptable output
Disadvantages
- ICMP is frequently blocked
- No port/service info
- Can be rate-limited
Tags
#icmp#discovery
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Frequently asked questions
What is fping used for?
fping pings many hosts in parallel, making it ideal for quickly identifying live hosts across a range.
What is an example fping command?
A common example is: fping -a -g 192.168.1.0/24 2>/dev/null — Generates the range (-g), prints only alive hosts (-a), suppressing errors.
Is fping part of Kali Linux?
Yes. fping ships with Kali Linux (and Parrot OS). If missing, install it with: sudo apt install fping.
What category of security tool is fping?
fping is a Information Gathering tool with a low-risk profile when run against a live target.
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