🛡️ Hackles - Simplify Active Directory Security Analysis
📦 Download Hackles

🚀 Getting Started
Hackles is a command-line tool designed to help you analyze Active Directory environments. With this software, you can easily uncover attack paths and quick wins from BloodHound Community Edition. Follow these steps to get started.
📥 Download & Install
- Visit the Releases Page: Go to the Releases page.
- Choose the Latest Version: Look for the most recent release listed at the top. Each release includes version numbers.
- Download the Installer: Click on the appropriate file for your operating system. Look for files with
.exe for Windows, .tar.gz for Linux, or other suitable formats.
- Run the Installer: Once downloaded, locate the file in your downloads folder and double-click it to run the installer. Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Verify Installation: Open your command line interface. Type
hackles --version and press Enter to confirm Hackles is installed correctly.
✅ System Requirements
To efficiently run Hackles, your system should meet the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or higher, macOS 10.15 or higher, or a recent Linux distribution.
- Python: Must have Python 3.6 or higher installed. Most systems come with it pre-installed.
- Disk Space: At least 100 MB of free space for installation.
- Network Connection: Required for downloading dependencies.
🌟 Features
Hackles offers a range of features tailored for users interested in security:
- Attack Path Analysis: Visualize and understand potential attack routes within your Active Directory.
- Quick Wins Identification: Find simple yet effective security improvements.
- Integration with BloodHound: Leverage the capabilities of BloodHound Community Edition effortlessly.
- User-Friendly CLI: Operate the tool without needing deep technical knowledge.
- Multi-Platform Support: Compatible with major operating systems, ensuring accessibility for all users.
⚙️ Usage Instructions
Basic Commands
Once you have installed Hackles, here are some basic commands to get you started:
- Start Hackles: Open your command line interface and type
hackles followed by any command you wish to use.
- Help Command: To see a list of all available commands and their descriptions, use the command
hackles help.
Example Command
To get an overview of your Active Directory environment, use the following command:
hackles analyze --input path_to_your_bloodhound_data
Replace path_to_your_bloodhound_data with the actual path to your BloodHound data.
If you encounter issues or have questions, you can find support through the following channels:
- GitHub Issues: Report bugs or request features on the Issues page.
- Community Forum: Join discussions related to Pentesting and Active Directory security in relevant forums.
🎓 Additional Resources
You can learn more about Active Directory security through various online resources:
- BloodHound Documentation: Visit BloodHound Docs for in-depth guidance.
- Helm of Security Best Practices: Stay updated with the latest security trends and practices in the infosec community.
📄 License
Hackles is open-source software. It is licensed under the MIT License. You can freely use, modify, and distribute it under the terms of the license. For more details, review the LICENSE file.
📌 Contribution
If you wish to contribute to Hackles, check out the guidelines in the CONTRIBUTING.md. We welcome your input!
For any inquiries, please reach out via [contact page link or email].
