Bully
WPS brute-force (Reaver alternative).
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pkg: bully
Bully implements the WPS PIN brute-force attack with improved handling of certain routers.
Syntax
bully {iface} -b {bssid}
Example
bully wlan0mon -b AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF
Brute-forces the WPS PIN of the target AP.
Options & flags
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Command builder
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bully
Usage examples
bully wlan0mon -b AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF -c 6
Brute-force the WPS PIN.
Advantages
- Robust on some routers
- WPS key recovery
Disadvantages
- Slow; WPS lockouts
- WPS only
Tags
#wifi#wps
Official docs: Bully ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bully used for?
Bully implements the WPS PIN brute-force attack with improved handling of certain routers.
What is an example Bully command?
A common example is: bully wlan0mon -b AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF — Brute-forces the WPS PIN of the target AP.
Is Bully part of Kali Linux?
Yes. Bully ships with Kali Linux (and Parrot OS). If missing, install it with: sudo apt install bully.
What category of security tool is Bully?
Bully is a Wireless Attacks tool with a high-risk profile when run against a live target.
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