WPScan is a powerful, open-source WordPress security scanner designed to identify vulnerabilities in WordPress-powered websites. Pre-installed on Kali Linux, this command-line tool helps ethical hackers, penetration testers, and website administrators detect security flaws in WordPress core, plugins, themes, and configurations. Written in Ruby, WPScan leverages a comprehensive vulnerability database from wpvulndb.com to provide real-time insights into potential risks. With features like user enumeration, brute-force attack simulation, and detailed reporting, WPScan is a critical tool for securing WordPress sites, which power over 40% of the internet. It supports both passive and aggressive scanning modes, ensuring flexibility for various testing scenarios.
