Top 3 Python pwntool Projects

pwntools

8 11,435 9.1 Python

CTF framework and exploit development library

Project mention: PwnTools for Exploit Development | dev.to | 2023-08-20

The Pwntools library stands out as a sophisticated toolset for CTF enthusiasts and security researchers. It aids in creating and executing shellcode, designing payloads, and interacting with remote processes. For instance, the context feature allows developers to switch between different architectures effortlessly, while the 'tube' module streamlines the communication between local and remote processes. And it's not just limited to Linux; the library has support for various platforms including Windows, making it versatile and comprehensive.

gef

15 6,451 8.4 Python

GEF (GDB Enhanced Features) - a modern experience for GDB with advanced debugging capabilities for exploit devs & reverse engineers on Linux

Project mention: Beej's Quick Guide to GDB (2009) | news.ycombinator.com | 2023-11-05

There is also GEF, which is widely used by the reverse engineering and CTF community.
https://github.com/hugsy/gef

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bufferoverflow

1 3 7.1 Python

This repo educates developers about BOF vulnerabilities and provides practical solutions to prevent these risks. It equips developers with knowledge and tools to counter one of the most common security vulnerabilities.

Project mention: By passing Non-eXecutable stack for buffer Overflow | /r/beginnerguide | 2023-11-12

Simple Buffer Overflow

NOTE: The open source projects on this list are ordered by number of github stars. The number of mentions indicates repo mentiontions in the last 12 Months or since we started tracking (Dec 2020). The latest post mention was on 2023-11-12.