NetStumbler v0.4 Released

mindless4210 writes "A new version of the popular wireless network discovery tool NetStumbler was released today. Updates include support for more wireless cards, ip address reporting, new scripting features, and several bug fixes. This is the first new release since late August of 2002, over a year and a half ago. A new version of the handheld version, MiniStumbler, is also available for download."

Comments

Donationware

[hrbrmstr]

Hey folks, since we are /.'ing him and no doubt downloading NetStumbler and MiniStumbler in droves, it might be a good idea if someone could setup a torrent for it (I'm @ school @ the moment, otherwise I would) and/or click on his donation links.

While it's no Kismet, it is a solid tool and the new MiniStumbler actually does a great job on my HP iPaq with integrated WLAN.

(I'm also glad I got them yesterday [grin])

Apple PowerBook G4 support?

[antdude]

The last time I checked, these programs didn't support my built-in wireless cards (Airport) due to close drivers. Does this new version support them yet? I would love to fiddle with this for kicks. I have the G4 1 Ghz 15" model.

Re:Apple PowerBook G4 support?

[YOU LIKEWISE FAIL IT]

My advice would be to splash out some cash for a PCMCIA Orinoco or PRISM-II card, and jam it into the sideslot. Working this way, and with something like KisMac, you can use the Orinoco to scan in passive mode, and then use the Airport or Airport Extreme card for "active" usage, such as performing a packet reinjection flood to generate more traffic on the network.

I believe Kismac does support the old Airport standard card in monitor mode ( maybe! ), but not the new APX. It can be used in active mode ( which sucks ) however.

Reason for not being OSS

[sglane81]

I find it interesting that it isn't opensource.

Q: Can I see the NetStumbler source code? Is it open source? Etc...
A: NetStumbler is not open source. Indeed it contains a lot of code that was developed under Non-Disclosure Agreements, and the source cannot be released to the general public - if I do so then several teams of lawyers will show up on my doorstep.

Cut the guy some slack. He writes award winning software.

Kismet Netstumbler

[Anonymous Coward]

Netstumbler really blows. You should try Kismet and see the better features

Kismet >>>>> Netstumbler

In Kismet you can actually view if there are Netstumbler users nearby and they won't even have a clue you are in the area Plus you can see cloaked networks in Kismet and its totally silent/undetectable.

Go on...load up some intrusion detection ware and watch what happens when someone busts out Netstumbler on you.

With Kismet it won't be noticed at all

MAC Address Filter

[Pyro226]

I've got a very simple yet effective security setup on my Access Point. I've got it set up to only accept connections from MAC Addresses on my filter list. Both Netstumbler and Windows can see my access point clearly, but Windows just fails to connect with no explaination when the MAC isn't on the list.

I don't have any WEP set up, so kismet users can see my packets, but by my logic, anyone knowledgeable enough to be using a linux WiFi tool is smart enough to crack WEP.

Re:Very cool indeed.

[Anonymous Coward]

Actually, banking and other security sensitive applications are the ones you should not be afraid to use over a "borrowed" uplink. These connections are usually secured by strong cryptography (authentication and encryption), whereas your personal email, general webbrowsing and instant messaging is usually in the clear.