Working with DirSearch Tool in Kali Linux OS

Example 1: Directory Fuzzing on w3wiki.org

./dirsearch -url w3wiki.org

In this example, we will be searching for some interesting directories on the target domain w3wiki.org.

Example 2: Setting custom consumer value

./dirsearch -url w3wiki.org -consumers 10

In this example, we have given the custom consumer or thread value which will boost the searching process.

Fuzzing is the process in which the detection of hidden files and directories is done. These interesting files and directories can contain some delicate data like SSH keys, Usernames, Passwords, etc. So to detect these files and directories we use automated tools. 

DirSearch is an automated tool developed in the Golang language which is the implementation of parent tool dirsearch. This tool makes the task of fuzzing very easier and provides the list of interesting directories and files on the target server. We can also provide our custom wordlist which may contain more fuzzing words.

Note: As DirSearch is a Golang language-based tool, so you need to have a Golang environment on your system. So check this link to download Golang in your system. – How to Install Go Programming Language in Linux