zenmap

zenmap [options] [resultsfile_]

Zenmap is the official graphical user interface for Nmap, the network security scanner. It provides visual network topology mapping, scan comparison, and profile management to make Nmap more accessible.The interface includes predefined scan profiles (Intense scan, Quick scan, Ping scan, etc.) and allows creating custom profiles. Scan results are displayed in multiple views: Nmap output, ports/hosts tables, topology map, and host details.Zenmap can save scans to its database for later comparison, helping track network changes over time. The topology view visualizes discovered hosts and their relationships.Scan profiles translate to Nmap command lines, visible in the interface. This helps users learn Nmap's options while using the GUI.

-t, --target target

Start with specified target

Start with specified scan profile

Open scan results file

Path to nmap executable

Increase verbosity

Display help message

Many scan types require root/administrator privileges for raw socket access.Scanning networks without authorization may be illegal. Only scan networks you own or have explicit permission to test.The GTK-based interface may not be available on all systems. nmap command-line works everywhere.Zenmap development is less active than Nmap itself. Some newer Nmap features may not have GUI support.

nmap(1), masscan(1), netstat(8)