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# Detecting Evil Twin Attacks — API & Tool Reference

> Quick reference for tools, commands, and APIs used in detecting-evil-twin-attacks.

## Tools


### `tshark`

Terminal-based Wireshark for 802.11 analysis

**Usage:**
```bash
tshark -i <interface> -Y <filter>
```

**Key Flags:**
  - `-i: capture interface`
  - `-Y: display filter`
  - `-T fields: field output`
  - `-f: capture filter`

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### `airodump-ng`

Wireless scanner for AP enumeration

**Usage:**
```bash
airodump-ng --essid <ssid> <interface>
```

**Key Flags:**
  - `--essid: filter by SSID`
  - `--bssid: filter by BSSID`
  - `-w: output prefix`

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### `kismet`

Wireless IDS with evil twin detection

**Usage:**
```bash
kismet -c <source>
```

**Key Flags:**
  - `-c: capture source`
  - `--override: config override`

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## Integration Notes

- All tools should be run with least-privilege access appropriate to the task
- Log all tool invocations for audit trail
- Validate tool output before acting on results
- Cross-reference findings with multiple tools where possible

## See Also

- Parent skill: [Wireless Security](../../../SKILL.md)
- Technique SKILL.md: [../SKILL.md](../SKILL.md)
