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In this VIM/BASH bug bounty tutorial, Tom Hudson (@tomnomnom) shares his command-line bug bounty pentesting recon secrets and demonstrates how to use some of his custom tools. This tutorial covers pro webapp pentesting from the command line, making it a must-watch for cybersecurity enthusiasts.
🔗 Reference Video: VIM / BASH Bug Bounty Tutorial by Tomnomnom
You Should Know:
Essential VIM Commands for Pentesters
1. Basic Navigation:
– `h, j, k, l` – Move left, down, up, right
– `:wq` – Save and quit
– `:q!` – Quit without saving
– `i` – Insert mode
– `Esc` – Exit insert mode
2. Search & Replace:
– `:/search_term` – Search forward
– `:?search_term` – Search backward
– `:%s/old/new/g` – Replace all occurrences
3. File Manipulation:
– `:e filename` – Open another file
– `:vsplit` – Vertical split screen
– `:split` – Horizontal split screen
Tomnomnom’s Bug Bounty Tools & Commands
1. `httprobe` – Check live domains from a list:
cat domains.txt | httprobe
2. `waybackurls` – Fetch historical URLs from Wayback Machine:
echo "example.com" | waybackurls
3. `gf` (Grep for Patterns) – Extract useful data:
cat urls.txt | gf xss | tee xss_patterns.txt
4. `ffuf` (Fast Web Fuzzer) – Directory brute-forcing:
ffuf -w wordlist.txt -u https://example.com/FUZZ
5. `dalfox` – Automated XSS scanning:
cat urls.txt | dalfox pipe
Linux Terminal Tricks for Efficiency
- Quickly Edit a Command: Press `Ctrl + x + e` to open the last command in VIM.
- Repeat Last Command: `!!`
- Search Command History: `Ctrl + r`
- Send Process to Background: `Ctrl + z` then `bg`
What Undercode Say:
Mastering VIM and terminal tools like those from Tomnomnom can significantly enhance your bug bounty and pentesting workflow. Automation with httprobe, waybackurls, and `ffuf` speeds up reconnaissance, while VIM’s efficiency keeps you in control.
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Expected Output:
A structured, actionable guide with verified commands and tools for cybersecurity professionals.
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Reported By: Chuckkeith Top – Hackers Feeds
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Basic Verification: Pass ✅
