
Neurolyzer 1.5.2 elevates Pwnagotchi’s stealth and privacy with advanced WIDS/WIPS evasion, hardware-aware operations, realistic MAC generation, and flexible modes. Compared to earlier versions, it offers superior reliability (via retries and error handling), deeper stealth (traffic throttling, probe sanitization), and better usability (enhanced UI and logging). Whether you’re testing security or keeping a low profile, Neurolyzer 1.5.2 is a significant upgrade—more versatile, stealthy, and robust than ever.
pwnagotchi_plugins
Age.py: Age, Strength, Network Points, and Stars Plugin for Pwnagotchi v2.0.2
Author: AlienMajik Version: 2.0.2 Description: Enhanced plugin with achievement tiers, configurable titles, decay mechanics, progress tracking, and dynamic status messages. Key Stats:
Age (♥ Age): Tracks how many epochs your Pwnagotchi has lived, now without any reliance on the AI brain.
Strength (Str): Reflects how much your Pwnagotchi has "trained," increasing every 10 epochs.
Network Points (★ Pts): Earn points by capturing handshakes, with the number of points determined by the encryption strength of the networks encountered:
WPA3: +10 points
WPA2: +5 points
WEP/WPA: +2 points
Open/Unknown: +1 point
Stars (GTA-Style) with Tiered Symbols: Every 1000 handshakes grants one additional star, up to a maximum of 5 stars.
0–4,999 handshakes: Stars appear as ★.
5,000–9,999 handshakes: Stars appear as ♦.
10,000+ handshakes: Stars appear as ♣.
This provides a fun, evolving visual progression as your handshake count climbs. The plugin also counts existing handshakes in /root/handshakes, so you never start from zero! New Enhancements in v2.0.2:
Dynamic Status Messages:
Motivational Quotes: Displayed when the user levels up in age or strength (e.g., "You're a WiFi wizard in the making!").
Inactivity Messages: Shown when the agent undergoes decay due to inactivity (e.g., "Time to wake up, you're rusting!").
These dynamic messages are randomly chosen and help keep the user engaged, providing a personalized experience as they reach milestones or experience inactivity.
Improved Age and Strength Titles:
The titles for both age and strength have been revised to be more interesting and engaging:
Age Titles: "Neon Spawn," "WiFi Outlaw," "Data Raider," etc.
Strength Titles: "Fleshbag," "Deauth King," "Handshake Hunter," etc.
These titles make the progression more varied and fun, allowing users to see their growth in a more exciting way.
Updated UI:
The UI now includes a section showing users their current stats, including Age, Strength, Network Points, and Stars, as well as dynamic updates reflecting achievements or decay status.
Updated Logging and Milestones:
The logging system has been maintained and now includes milestone tracking for key intervals (e.g., every 100 epochs).
Milestones trigger UI updates with faces and messages to keep the agent engaged as they reach new achievements.
New Enhancements in v2.0.3:
Documented Training Logic:
In on_epoch, a comment explains why train_epochs increments every 10 epochs: # Increment train_epochs every 10 epochs to simulate slower training progress.
Enhanced File I/O Safety:
In on_handshake, handshake logging is wrapped in a try-except block to handle file writing errors gracefully.
Refined Decay Mechanics:
In apply_decay, decay calculation uses floating-point division for smoother, more proportional point reduction.
Increased Logging:
Added debug and info logs for better transparency:
on_epoch: Logs epoch number and points (logging.debug).
check_achievements: Logs new titles (logging.info).
apply_decay: Logs points lost due to decay (logging.info).
on_handshake: Logs captured handshake details (logging.info).
Thread Safety:
Imported threading and added a data_lock in __init__. Used in save_data to ensure thread-safe file writing.
Accurate Achievement Notifications:
Tracks previous titles and stars to ensure new achievements are detected and announced correctly.
Robust Handshake Handling:
Adds type checking and error logging to prevent crashes from unexpected data, making the plugin more stable.
Seamless New Installations:
Fully initializes all attributes when starting fresh, improving reliability for new users.
Persistent Progress:
Saves achievement states to the data file, maintaining continuity across sessions.
Features:
Persistent Stats: Age, Strength, Points, and Stars survive reboots, ensuring no progress is lost.
UI Integration: Stats, progress, and decay messages are displayed directly on the Pwnagotchi screen.
Points Logging: Every points increment is logged in /root/network_points.log along with network details.
Star System:
Every 1000 handshakes grants one additional star, up to a maximum of 5 stars.
0–4,999 handshakes: Stars appear as ★.
5,000–9,999 handshakes: Stars appear as ♦.
10,000+ handshakes: Stars appear as ♣.
Decay Mechanism: Inactivity causes points decay after a specified number of epochs.
Dynamic Status Messages: Motivational quotes and inactivity messages keep users engaged.
Installation Instructions:
Copy the Plugin File: Place the age.py file into your Pwnagotchi’s custom plugins directory:
/usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/
Alternatively, clone it from GitHub:
sudo scp age.py root@<pwnagotchi_ip>:/usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/
Update config.toml: Add the following lines to your /etc/pwnagotchi/config.toml:
main.plugins.age.enabled = true
main.plugins.age.age_x_coord = 101
main.plugins.age.age_y_coord = 80
main.plugins.age.str_x_coord = 160
main.plugins.age.str_y_coord = 80
main.plugins.age.decay_interval = 50
main.plugins.age.decay_amount = 5
main.plugins.age.points_x_coord = 10
main.plugins.age.points_y_coord = 100
main.plugins.age.stars_x_coord = 10
main.plugins.age.stars_y_coord = 120
main.plugins.age.max_stars = 5
main.plugins.age.star_interval = 1000
Restart Pwnagotchi: After adding the plugin and configuring it, restart your Pwnagotchi:
sudo systemctl restart pwnagotchi
Usage:
As your Pwnagotchi runs, watch the Age, Strength, and Network Points stats increase.
Handshakes are captured to update the Points stat based on network encryption:
WPA3: +10 pts
WPA2: +5 pts
WEP/WPA: +2 pts
Open/Unknown: +1 pt
Every 1000 handshakes grants an additional star, showing off your Pwnagotchi’s “rep.”
Decay: Inactivity causes points decay after a specified number of epochs, tracked by the plugin.
Logs and Data:
Stats Data: /root/age_strength.json
Contains epochs lived, training epochs, total network points, handshake count, and decay progress.
Points Log: /root/network_points.log
Each handshake event granting points is recorded here with ESSID, encryption, points gained, and total points.
Support & Contributions:
Feel free to open issues or pull requests to improve this plugin or suggest new features. Enjoy leveling up your Pwnagotchi’s stats!
ADSBsniffer.py: A plugin that captures ADS-B data from aircraft using RTL-SDR and logs it. a RTL-SDR Dongle is required to run plugin
- Connect the RTL-SDR Dongle
First, connect your RTL-SDR dongle to one of the USB ports on your Raspberry Pi (the hardware running Pwnagotchi). Ensure the dongle is properly seated and secure. 2. Access the Pwnagotchi Terminal
To configure the RTL-SDR and test rtl_adsb, you'll need to access the terminal on your Pwnagotchi. You can do this in several ways:
Directly via Keyboard and Monitor: If you have a monitor and keyboard connected to your Raspberry Pi, you can access the terminal directly.
SSH: If your Pwnagotchi is connected to your network, you can SSH into it. The default username is usually pi, and the password is raspberry, unless you've changed it. The IP address can be found on the Pwnagotchi screen or through your router's DHCP client list.
- Install RTL-SDR Drivers and Utilities
Once you're in the terminal, you'll likely need to install the RTL-SDR drivers and the rtl_adsb utility. Pwnagotchi is based on Raspbian, so you can use apt-get to install these packages. Run the following commands:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install rtl-sdr
- Verify RTL-SDR Dongle Recognition
After installation, verify that the RTL-SDR dongle is recognized by the system:
rtl_test
This command checks if the RTL-SDR dongle is properly recognized. You should see output indicating the detection of the dongle. If there are errors or the dongle is not detected, ensure it's properly connected or try reconnecting it.
- Run rtl_adsb
Now, try running rtl_adsb to see if you can receive ADS-B signals:
rtl_adsb
This command starts the ADS-B reception. If your RTL-SDR is set up correctly and there are aircraft in range, you should see ADS-B messages appearing in the terminal.
Add adsbsniffer.py to /usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/installed-plugins and /usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/available-plugins
In /etc/pwnagotchi/config.toml file add:
main.plugins.adsbsniffer.enabled = true
main.plugins.adsbsniffer.timer = 60
main.plugins.adsbsniffer.aircraft_file = "/root/handshakes/adsb_aircraft.json"
main.plugins.adsbsniffer.adsb_x_coord = 120
main.plugins.adsbsniffer.adsb_y_coord = 50
Disclaimer for ADSBSniffer Plugin
The ADSBSniffer plugin ("the Plugin") is provided for educational and research purposes only. By using the Plugin, you agree to use it in a manner that is ethical, legal, and in compliance with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations. The creators, contributors, and distributors of the Plugin are not responsible for any misuse, illegal activity, or damages that may arise from the use of the Plugin.
The Plugin is designed to capture ADS-B data from aircraft using RTL-SDR technology. It is important to understand that interfacing with ADS-B signals, aircraft communications, and related technologies may be regulated by governmental agencies. Users are solely responsible for ensuring their use of the Plugin complies with all relevant aviation and communications regulations.
The information provided by the Plugin is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or up-to-date. The Plugin should not be used for navigation, air traffic control, or any other activities where the accuracy and completeness of the information are critical.
The use of the Plugin to interfere with, disrupt, or intercept aircraft communications is strictly prohibited. Respect privacy and safety laws and regulations at all times when using the Plugin.
The creators of the Plugin make no warranties, express or implied, about the suitability, reliability, availability, or accuracy of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained within the Plugin for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
By using the Plugin, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the creators, contributors, and distributors of the Plugin from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including legal fees and costs, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Plugin.
This disclaimer is subject to changes and updates. Users are advised to review it periodically.
Neurolyzer Plugin: Enhancing Stealth and Privacy on Pwnagotchi
The Neurolyzer plugin introduces several significant enhancements to the Pwnagotchi platform, elevating the device's stealth and privacy capabilities. It automates the randomization of the MAC address for the designated Wi-Fi interface, helping make the Pwnagotchi less visible to network monitoring systems. This decreases its digital footprint within the networks it scans. Here's a breakdown of the improvements and new features: Key Features and Improvements:
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Realistic MAC Address Generation
Improvement: The updated version uses a more realistic MAC address by incorporating an OUI (Organizationally Unique Identifier) and randomizing the last three bytes within a restricted range.
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Flexible Randomization Interval
Improvement: The randomization interval is now flexible, varying between 30 minutes and 2 hours. Randomizing the interval adds unpredictability, making the MAC address changes harder to detect. This increases stealth.
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Improved MAC Randomization for Monitor Mode
Improvement: When the Wi-Fi interface is in monitor mode, the plugin temporarily switches to managed mode to change the MAC address and restores monitor mode afterward.
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Updated UI Handling
Improvement: The UI is now updated more effectively by directly modifying the value attribute of the UI components in on_ui_update().
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Better Error Handling and Logging
Improvement: The plugin now has enhanced error handling for subprocess calls, such as bringing the interface down or changing the MAC address. More detailed logs are provided for different stages.
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Initial MAC Address Randomization
Improvement: The plugin now performs an initial MAC address randomization when it is loaded (self.randomize_mac() in on_loaded()). This ensures that the device's MAC address is randomized as soon as the plugin starts, providing enhanced privacy from the start.
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Time-Dependent MAC Randomization
Improvement: The next MAC address change time is now dynamically calculated based on the random interval. This ensures the MAC address change schedule follows the random interval, making it harder to predict.
Other Features:
Varied Operational Modes: Includes 'normal' and 'stealth' modes, with stealth mode actively changing the MAC address at random intervals.
Wi-Fi Interface Customization: Users can define which Wi-Fi interface the plugin should manage, supporting devices with multiple or unconventional interface names.
Comprehensive Logging: Logs key events and errors, providing detailed feedback for monitoring and troubleshooting.
Seamless Activation/Deactivation: The plugin starts automatically when enabled, making the transition to stealth mode smooth and easy.
How to Install:
Requirements:
macchanger
Install it using:
sudo apt install macchanger
When installing macchanger, choose "No" for changing the MAC address on startup.
1.Clone the Plugin Repository, Create the Plugin Manually:
Add repository to /etc/pwnagothci/config.toml:
main.confd = "/etc/pwnagotchi/conf.d/"
main.custom_plugin_repos = [
"https://github.com/jayofelony/pwnagotchi-torch-plugins/archive/master.zip",
"https://github.com/Sniffleupagus/pwnagotchi_plugins/archive/master.zip",
"https://github.com/NeonLightning/pwny/archive/master.zip",
"https://github.com/marbasec/UPSLite_Plugin_1_3/archive/master.zip",
"https://github.com/AlienMajik/pwnagotchi_plugins/archive/refs/heads/main.zip",
]
main.custom_plugins = "/usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/"
Next type:
sudo pwnagotchi update plugins
sudo pwnagotchi install neurolyzer plugins
2.If you have the plugin code locally, you can manually copy it to the Pwnagotchi plugin directory. Alternatively, you can clone it from my repository.
sudo git clone https://github.com/AlienMajik/pwnagotchi_plugins.git
cd pwnagothci_plugins
Copy the neurolyzer.py file to /usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/:
sudo cp neurolyzer.py /usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/
!!!Then, ensure the file is executable or else it wont work!!!:
sudo chmod +x /usr/local/share/pwnagotchi/custom-plugins/neurolyzer.py
Edit the Pwnagotchi configuration (config.toml): Open the configuration file and add the following:
main.plugins.neurolyzer.enabled = true
main.plugins.neurolyzer.wifi_interface = "wlan0mon" # Change this to your wireless adapter
main.plugins.neurolyzer.operation_mode = "stealth" # Choose between 'stealth' and 'normal'
main.plugins.neurolyzer.mac_change_interval = 3600 # Set the interval in seconds
main.plugins.neurolyzer.mode_label_x = 101
main.plugins.neurolyzer.mode_label_y = 50 # Adjust as needed
main.plugins.neurolyzer.next_mac_change_label_x = 101
main.plugins.neurolyzer.next_mac_change_label_y = 60 # Adjust as needed
For full stealth mode (optional): Set the following in config.toml to prevent advertising the device’s presence:
personality.advertise = false
Reboot or restart Pwnagotchi: After applying the configuration, reboot the device or restart the Pwnagotchi service:
sudo systemctl restart pwnagotchi
Verify the Plugin: Check the Pwnagotchi logs to ensure the plugin has loaded successfully and is working as expected:
[INFO] [Thread-24 (run_once)] : [Neurolyzer] Plugin loaded. Operating in stealth mode.
[INFO] [Thread-24 (run_once)] : [Neurolyzer] MAC address changed to xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx for wlan0mon via macchanger.
If Neurolyzer fails logs will look like:
[WARNING][Thread-24 (run_once)] : [Neurolyzer] Failed to bring down interface wlan0mon: Command '['sudo', 'ip', 'link', 'set', 'dev', 'wlan0mon', 'down']' returned non-zero exit status 1.
[ERROR][Thread-24 (run_once)] : [Neurolyzer] Failed to set wlan0mon to managed mode: Command '['sudo', 'iwconfig', 'wlan0mon', 'mode', 'managed']' returned non-zero exit status 250.
Summary:
The Neurolyzer plugin significantly improves Pwnagotchi’s stealth and privacy features by using realistic MAC addresses, randomizing intervals, handling both monitor and non-monitor mode interfaces, and providing a customizable UI. With enhanced error handling, logging, and seamless activation, the updated version is more versatile, stealthy, and reliable than ever.
Bugs:
Currently only works with wifi adapters. Not really sure since I was only able to test it on a raspberry pi 5's stock broadcom wifi chip and cant bring it down and put it in managed mode in order to change mac address, it might work on other raspberry pi stock wifi chipsets so if it does let me know.
Neurolyzer Plugin Disclaimer
Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the Neurolyzer plugin ("Plugin") developed for the Pwnagotchi platform.
General Use: The Neurolyzer Plugin is intended for educational and research purposes only. It is designed to enhance the privacy and stealth capabilities of the Pwnagotchi device during ethical hacking and network exploration activities. The user is solely responsible for ensuring that all activities conducted with the Plugin adhere to local, state, national, and international laws and regulations.
No Illegal Use: The Plugin must not be used for illegal or unauthorized network access or data collection. The user must have explicit permission from the network owner before engaging in any activities that affect network operations or security.
Liability: The developers of the Neurolyzer Plugin, the Pwnagotchi project, and any associated parties will not be liable for any misuse of the Plugin or for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, procurement of substitute goods or services; loss of use, data, or profits; or business interruption) however caused and on any theory of liability, whether in contract, strict liability, or tort (including negligence or otherwise) arising in any way out of the use of this Plugin, even if advised of the possibility of such damage.
Network Impact: Users should be aware that randomizing MAC addresses and altering device behavior can impact network operations and other users. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that their activities do not disrupt or degrade network performance and security.
Accuracy and Reliability: While efforts have been made to ensure the reliability and functionality of the Neurolyzer Plugin, the developers make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the Plugin or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained within the Plugin for any purpose. Any reliance placed on such information is therefore strictly at the user's own risk.
Modification and Discontinuation: The developers reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue the Plugin at any time without notice. Users are encouraged to periodically check for updates to ensure optimal performance and compliance with new regulations.
By using the Neurolyzer Plugin, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer. If you do not agree with these terms, you are advised not to use the Plugin.
🚀 Probenpwn Plugin - Pwnagotchi! 🚀
The Probenpwn Plugin is a more aggressive and enhanced version of the original Instattack by Sniffleupagus, now supercharged for maximum Wi-Fi handshake captures! 🔥
If you’ve used Instattack, you’ll love Probenpwn — it combines deauthentication and association attacks in one powerful tool, designed to help you capture handshakes faster and more efficiently. With the latest updates, it now features dynamic attack tuning, randomization, watchdog recovery, performance stats, and more! Key Features:
Efficient Deauthentication & Association Attacks:
Launch attacks simultaneously to capture more handshakes in less time.
Dynamic attack delay ensures you hit stronger signals faster, while giving weaker signals more time to reconnect.
Concurrent Attack Threads:
Start multiple attacks simultaneously using separate threads, enabling you to handle several networks and clients at once. Simultaneous pwnage is now within reach! 💻💥
Customizable Settings:
Control whether you use deauth or focus solely on association attacks via the config.toml.
Whitelist networks or clients to exclude them from attacks.
Capture More Handshakes:
Aggressive attack methods ensure devices reconnect faster, helping you capture more handshakes.
Comprehensive Logging:
Track every attack and handshake capture with detailed logs, giving you visibility into what’s working.
Lightweight and Easy to Use:
Fully integrated with Pwnagotchi for seamless operation in your existing setup.
What's New in Probenpwn 1.1.2:
New Features & Enhancements:
Performance Stats and Feedback Loop:
self.performance_stats: This new dictionary tracks the performance of each AP, including success and failure rates, as well as the number of attempts. This enables dynamic adjustments based on the performance of attacks against specific APs.
self.total_handshakes & self.failed_handshakes: These new counters track the total number of successful and failed handshakes across all APs, contributing to overall performance monitoring.
Dynamic Adjustments: The new adjust_attack_parameters method adjusts the aggressiveness of the attack based on the success rate:
If the success rate is low (below 20%), the attack becomes more aggressive.
If the success rate is high (above 80%), the attack aggressiveness is reduced.
For moderate success rates, the current tactics are maintained.
Logging Success/Failure Rates: After each handshake is captured, the success and failure rates for each AP are logged. This adds valuable insight into how effectively the plugin is working against different APs.
Expanded Watchdog Functionality:
New Log Check: The watchdog now not only checks for the wlan0mon interface but also monitors the logs for the error wifi.interface not set or not found. If this error occurs, the plugin attempts to restart the Pwnagotchi service. This makes the watchdog more robust by addressing multiple failure scenarios.
Logging Improvements: When restarting the service or encountering an error, the plugin logs additional context, such as a success message after restarting the service or the error message if the restart fails.
More Aggressive Attack Tuning:
The attack_target method now includes a call to adjust_attack_parameters, which fine-tunes the attack aggressiveness based on the success rate of prior attacks. This allows the plugin to adapt its strategy in real-time based on observed performance, making it more efficient over time.
Increased Attack Frequency: For APs with low success rates, the plugin increases the number of attack attempts to try and improve the chances of a successful handshake capture.
Expanded Feedback Loop in Handshake Detection:
The on_handshake method now calculates and logs the handshake success rate (percentage of successful handshakes over total attack attempts) for each AP. This provides better visibility into how effective the attack is and helps inform the dynamic adjustments made by the plugin.
General Improvements:
Code Robustness: Additional error handling and logging for potential issues that may arise during the execution of the plugin, especially in the watchdog and during the attack execution process.
Logging Clarity: Improved logging throughout, providing more detailed feedback for debugging and monitoring the plugin's behavior in various situations.
def load_whitelist: Now loads the whitelist from Pwnagotchi's global config.
Summary of What’s Better:
Dynamic Attack Strategy: The plugin now adjusts the aggressiveness of its attacks based on real-time performance, leading to better handling of different APs and more successful attacks.
Enhanced Logging and Feedback: The plugin logs success and failure rates for handshakes, providing clear insight into its effectiveness. The added performance stats help in tuning attack strategies over time.
Improved Robustness: The watchdog is more resilient, with checks for additional errors (e.g., missing wifi.interface) and the ability to restart the service when necessary.
Adaptability: By adjusting the attack parameters based on success rates, the plugin can adapt its behavior, making it more intelligent and resource-efficient.
Summary:
The Probenpwn plugin gives you full control over your Wi-Fi attack strategies, allowing you to:
Enable or disable the plugin as needed.
Dynamically adjust attack timing based on client signal strength.
Launch simultaneous attacks using multi-threading.
Whitelist specific networks or devices to avoid unintended targeting.
Customize attack timing and cleanup frequency via epoch duration.
Leverage your Pwnagotchi personality settings to fine-tune attack behavior.
Full Control Over Attack Strategies:
With Probenpwn, you have more control than ever over the attack process. The following parameters in your config.toml file give you full flexibility: Enabling/Disabling the Plugin:
To enable or disable Probenpwn, modify the [main.plugins.probenpwn] section:
main.plugins.probenpwn.enabled = true
Attack Timing and Delays:
Probenpwn adjusts attack delay dynamically:
main.plugins.probenpwn.associate_attack_delay = 0.2 # Base delay for association attacks
main.plugins.probenpwn.deauth_attack_delay = 0.75 # Base delay for deauthentication attacks
main.plugins.probenpwn.dynamic_delay_threshold = -60 # Signal threshold for dynamic delay adjustment
Target Whitelisting: New 1.1.2 Update Now uses /etc/pwnagotchi/config.toml whitelist no need to use this anymore: Exempt specific networks or clients from attacks:
main.plugins.probenpwn.whitelist = ["00:11:22:33:44:55", "TrustedNetwork"]
Epoch Duration and Recent Tracking:
Control how long attack records are retained before being automatically removed:
main.plugins.probenpwn.epoch_duration = 60 # Default value in seconds
Example config.toml Snippet:
main.plugins.probenpwn.enabled = true
main.plugins.probenpwn.associate_attack_delay = 0.2
main.plugins.probenpwn.deauth_attack_delay = 0.75
main.plugins.probenpwn.dynamic_delay_threshold = -60
main.plugins.probenpwn.epoch_duration = 60
main.plugins.probenpwn.whitelist = ["00:11:22:33:44:55", "TrustedNetwork"]
ProbeNpwn logs will up in pwnagotchi.log/pwnagotchi-debug.log as shown:
[INFO] [Thread-11] : Probed and Pwnd!
[INFO] [Thread-27 (attack_target)] : sending association frame to (xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx) on channel 4 [0 clients], -60 dBm...
[INFO] [Thread-11] : Captured handshake from Hidden (xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx) -> 'Unknown Client' (xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx)()
[INFO] [Thread-27 (attack_target)] : Low success rate (0.00%) on AP xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx. Making attack more aggressive.
[INFO] [Thread-272 (attack_target)] : High success rate (100.00%) on AP xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx. Reducing attack aggressiveness.
Update Summary:
Dynamic Attack Strategy: The plugin now adjusts the aggressiveness of its attacks based on real-time performance, leading to better handling of different APs and more successful attacks.
Enhanced Logging and Feedback: The plugin logs success and failure rates for handshakes, providing clear insight into its effectiveness. The added performance stats help in tuning attack strategies over time.
Improved Robustness: The watchdog is more resilient, with checks for additional errors (e.g., missing wifi.interface) and the ability to restart the service when necessary.
Adaptability: By adjusting the attack parameters based on success rates, the plugin can adapt its behavior, making it more intelligent and resource-efficient.
What’s New in ProbeNpwn v1.1.3?
We’ve packed five major enhancements into this release, making ProbeNpwn more effective and stable. Here’s what’s new:
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Minimized Attack Delays ⏱️
What’s Changed: We’ve slashed attack delays to 0.1 seconds for strong signals (≥ -60 dBm) and 0.2 seconds for weaker ones. Why It’s Better: Faster attacks mean more attempts in less time, boosting your chances of capturing handshakes—especially in busy or fast-moving environments.
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Retry Mechanism for Stubborn APs 🔄
What’s New: If an AP resists initial attacks, ProbeNpwn now retries with shorter delays after 2 and 5 attempts. Why It’s Better: Persistence pays off! This feature ensures the plugin keeps pushing against tough targets, increasing your success rate.
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Smart Target Prioritization 🎯
What’s New: APs with more connected clients are now prioritized with reduced attack delays. Why It’s Better: Focusing on high-value targets (APs with multiple clients) maximizes handshake opportunities, making your attacks more efficient.
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Concurrency Throttling with ThreadPoolExecutor 🛡️
What’s New: We’ve introduced ThreadPoolExecutor to manage a pool of 50 concurrent attack threads, replacing manual thread creation. Why It’s Better: This optimizes performance by reusing threads and prevents system overload, ensuring your Pwnagotchi stays responsive even in dense Wi-Fi environments.
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Channel Coordination 📡
What’s New: Before each attack, ProbeNpwn syncs with Pwnagotchi’s channel management to ensure it’s on the right channel. Why It’s Better: Eliminates missed opportunities due to channel mismatches, ensuring every attack is on target.
Why You’ll Love It
These updates make ProbeNpwn a smarter, faster, and more relentless handshake-capturing tool. Here’s what you’ll experience:
Lightning-Fast Captures: Minimized delays mean near-maximum attack speed.
Persistent Pursuit: The retry mechanism doesn’t give up on difficult APs.
Resource Efficiency: Throttling with ThreadPoolExecutor prevents crashes while keeping the aggression high.
Optimized Targeting: Prioritization focuses your Pwnagotchi on the best opportunities.
Key Features (Enhanced from v1.1.2)
ProbeNpwn v1.1.3 builds on the solid foundation of v1.1.2, enhancing these core features:
Efficient Deauth & Association Attacks: Launch both simultaneously for maximum handshake potential.
Concurrent Attack Threads: Handle multiple networks and clients with multi-threading.
Dynamic Attack Tuning: Adjusts delays and aggression based on signal strength and performance.
Whitelist Support: Exclude specific networks or clients from attacks via config.toml.
Comprehensive Logging: Detailed logs track every attack and capture.
Watchdog Recovery: Monitors and restarts Pwnagotchi if the Wi-Fi interface fails.
Lightweight Integration: Seamlessly works with your existing Pwnagotchi setup.
Real-Time UI Feedback: Displays attack counts and successes on your Pwnagotchi screen.
ProbeNpwn v1.1.3 is a smarter, more relentless evolution of Wi-Fi handshake capturing. This version introduces intelligent, self-correcting capabilities, allowing the plugin to analyze its own performance in real time and dynamically adjust its attack strategies. The result? Higher efficiency, fewer failed attempts, and a smoother experience as it adapts to whatever the Wi-Fi environment throws its way.
This release also amps up robustness to keep your Pwnagotchi humming. With a watchdog recovery system, improved logging, and enhanced error handling, the plugin powers through interface glitches or service hiccups without breaking a sweat. It’s built to stay reliable and flexible, even during the most aggressive Wi-Fi probing and attacks.
New features take the aggression up a notch:
Dynamic tuning optimizes attack strategies on the fly.
Attack attempt tracking ensures no opportunity slips through the cracks.
Minimized attack delays (as low as 0.1 seconds for strong signals) keep the pressure on.
Retry mechanisms tackle stubborn access points relentlessly.
Smart target prioritization zeroes in on APs with the most clients for maximum handshake captures.
Concurrency throttling via ThreadPoolExecutor caps threads at 50, keeping your device responsive in dense Wi-Fi zones.
Channel coordination ensures every attack hits the right frequency.
Based on the stellar Instattack plugin by Sniffleupagus, ProbeNpwn v1.1.3 adds these cutting-edge enhancements to capture more handshakes and optimize attack performance like never before. A massive shoutout to Sniffleupagus for laying the groundwork—thank you! 🙏
!!!Config.toml Updates!!!
!!!To take full advantage of v1.1.3’s enhancements, update your config.toml with these settings!!!:
main.plugins.probenpwn.enabled = true
main.plugins.probenpwn.attacks_x_coord = 110
main.plugins.probenpwn.attacks_y_coord = 20
main.plugins.probenpwn.success_x_coord = 110
main.plugins.probenpwn.success_y_coord = 30
main.plugins.probenpwn.verbose = true # Keep to true for detailed logs putting on false may produce errors at the moment
Note: The whitelist now pulls directly from Pwnagotchi’s global config, so ensure your SSIDs or MACs are listed there.
DISCLAIMER: This software is provided for educational and research purposes only. Use of this plugin on networks or devices that you do not own or have explicit permission to test is strictly prohibited. The author(s) and contributors are not responsible for any misuse, damages, or legal consequences that may result from unauthorized or improper usage. By using this plugin, you agree to assume all risks and take full responsibility for ensuring that all applicable laws and regulations are followed.