Kismet is a well-known brand offering a comprehensive suite of network security tools. With its sniffer, Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS), and wardriving capabilities, Kismet is designed to ensure the utmost protection for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, RF, and more. This powerful tool is compatible with Linux and macOS, providing a reliable solution for network security on these platforms.

Not limited to Wi-Fi monitoring, Kismet is capable of gathering information on various other technologies such as Bluetooth, RF sensors, Zigbee, ADSB airplane beacons, power meters, water meters, nRF-based keyboards, and more. This makes it a versatile and holistic network security platform. Kismet's multi-platform support allows it to run on Linux (with the highest level of compatibility), macOS (including native Airport support), and even Windows (with remote capture via WSL).

Additionally, the distributed capture feature enables users to place sensors throughout a building, collecting data remotely from different areas and consolidating it in one central location. With unified logging in the kismetdb format, users can easily combine packets, devices, location, and runtime data into a single file, streamlining the analysis process. Kismet also offers a comprehensive REST-based API, allowing users to script against the Kismet server for automation and advanced customization.

Furthermore, Kismet provides a thriving community for users to engage and collaborate. Join the Discord server or connect via IRC to stay updated and receive help from fellow Kismet enthusiasts. As an open-source project, Kismet is free to use and welcomes contributions.

If you'd like to support its ongoing development and future hardware enhancements, consider contributing through the Github Sponsor Program. Trust Kismet to safeguard your network and explore its wide range of features for ultimate security assurance