HexStrike AI

What it is good for

• Automating penetration tests on a target system
• Scanning websites and networks for known vulnerabilities
• Running security reconnaissance across many tools at once
• Finding bugs for bug bounty programs

At a glance

Who it is for

• Developers
• Automation and no-code builders

Setup

Guided command-line setup

Level 4 of 5. You copy and paste commands into a terminal by following the instructions. Comfortable territory for vibe coders.

Cost

Free and open source

Type

MCP server or connector

Tasks

• Use your computer and desktop apps for you

Works with

Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code Copilot, Roo Code, 5ire

Momentum

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GitHub stars

13,287

GitHub numbers as of Nov 2, 2026. Updated weekly.

Official links

Setup steps are on the official pages. We do not repeat them here, since they change.

• Official website
• Source code on GitHub

Questions

Is HexStrike AI free?

Yes. It is free and open source (MIT license).

Do I need to know how to code to use HexStrike AI?

You do not need to write code, but setup means copying and pasting commands into a terminal by following its instructions.

What does HexStrike AI work with?

According to its own documentation, it works with Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code Copilot, Roo Code, and 5ire.

What is HexStrike AI good for?

Automating penetration tests on a target system, scanning websites and networks for known vulnerabilities, running security reconnaissance across many tools at once, and finding bugs for bug bounty programs.

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