Wifiphisher vs libimage-exiftool-perl: Which Kali Linux Tools tool is Best in 2025?

Wifiphisher is a sophisticated open-source wireless network auditing framework for ethical hacking, integrated into Kali Linux (version 2024.06.R1). As a rogue access point phishing tool for cybersecurity, it deploys fake Wi-Fi networks to perform social engineering attacks, making it a top wireless credential harvesting tool for penetration testing. Built-in Python with a 29.1 MB size, it leverages Evil Twin, KARMA, and Known Beacons attacks to capture WPA/WPA2 passphrases or third-party credentials without brute-forcing.

The libimage-exiftool-perl package, pre-installed on Kali Linux at /usr/bin/exiftool, is a powerful Perl library and command-line tool for reading, writing, and editing metadata in a wide range of file formats, including images, audio, video, and documents. Developed by Phil Harvey, ExifTool supports metadata standards like EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and GPS, enabling forensic analysts, ethical hackers, and privacy enthusiasts to extract or manipulate file attributes such as camera details, geolocation, and creation dates. With its extensive file format support and scripting capabilities, it’s a cornerstone for digital forensics and metadata management.