ToolWiki

A dual-mode Python tool for managing and documenting installed tools in Kali Linux environments.

Features

• Dual Mode Operation: Interactive menu mode and CLI mode with flags
• Comprehensive Search: Fuzzy search, regex patterns, multi-field filtering
• Data Export: CSV, JSON, Markdown formats
• Tool Categorization: Dynamic categories and tagging system
• Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Data Safety: Automatic backups and validation
• Color Support: Customizable themes with accessibility options

Installation

1. Install dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

2. Run the tool:

# Interactive mode
python toolwiki.py

# CLI mode examples
python toolwiki.py add -n "nmap" -p "/usr/bin/nmap" -d "Network scanner"
python toolwiki.py search -n "nmap" --fuzzy
python toolwiki.py list --category network
python toolwiki.py export -f csv -o backup.csv

CLI Usage

Add Tools

python toolwiki.py add -n "tool_name" -p "/path/to/tool" -d "description" -c "category"

Search Tools

python toolwiki.py search -n "name" --fuzzy
python toolwiki.py search -d "keyword" --regex
python toolwiki.py search -c "category" -t "tag1,tag2"

List and Filter

python toolwiki.py list --category network --sort name
python toolwiki.py list --tags security,scanner --limit 10

Export Data

python toolwiki.py export -f csv -o tools.csv
python toolwiki.py export -f markdown --filter "category=network"

Interactive Mode

Launch without arguments to enter interactive mode with guided menus and real-time search.

Configuration

Edit config/settings.json to customize:

• Default colors and themes
• Search behavior
• Backup settings
• UI preferences

Data Structure

Tools are stored in data/tools.json with automatic backups in data/backups/.

Legend

  ✅  - Tool path is verified and accessible
  ❌  - Tool path is not accessible or not found
  ℹ️  - Information or neutral status
  🔍  - Search operation
  📁  - Category
  📍  - File path
  💬  - Description text
  ⚠️  - Warning
  🔧  - Tool-related operation
  📤  - Export operation
  ⚙️  - Settings
  📋  - List view
  🗑️  - Delete operation
  ✏️  - Update operation
  ➕  - Add operation

FAQ

Q: Why are there two options to run the tool?

A: The tool supports both an interactive menu mode for guided use and a pure CLI mode with flags for automation and scripting flexibility.

Q: What is the difference between categories and tags?

A: Categories are broader classifications for tools, while tags provide more granular, flexible labeling to help organize and search tools effectively.

Q: Why use this tool?

A: Kali Tool Wiki helps you maintain a clear, searchable, and documented list of your installed tools, ensuring you never forget their purpose or usage, especially in custom Kali Linux environments.

Q: How can I contribute or suggest improvements?

A: Contributions and suggestions are welcome! Please open issues or pull requests on the project's GitHub repository to help improve the tool.

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Updates

• fix legends printing issue (its not printing when tool run 1st time)
• auto add feature (to add some popular kali tools , which installed using apt)
• etc...

License

MIT License - Personal and educational use