Social Engineer Toolkit (SET)
Open-source penetration testing framework focused on social engineering attacks. Used in authorized security assessments to test human-layer defenses. Written in Python.
Launch
sudo setoolkit
# or
sudo python3 set.pyKey attack vectors
| Vector | Description |
|---|---|
| Spear-Phishing | Craft targeted phishing emails with malicious payloads |
| Website Cloning | Clone a site and capture credentials |
| Infectious Media Generator | Create malicious USB/CD payloads |
| Mass Mailer | Send phishing emails to a list |
| QR Code Attack | Generate malicious QR codes |
| SMS Spoofing | Spoof SMS sender |