Unlocking Vulnerability Insights: A Guide to Using Nuclei AI Browser Extension

Feb 21, 2023 | Educational

The Nuclei AI Browser Extension is an invaluable tool designed to streamline the process of creating vulnerability templates. It enables users to extract vulnerability information from any webpage, making it quick and efficient to formulate Nuclei templates. Wondering how to seamlessly integrate this powerful tool into your workflow? Let’s dive into the detailed guide!

Prerequisites

Before getting started, ensure you have a logged-in account on cloud.projectdiscovery.io. If you don’t have an account yet, sign up or log in to access all the features of Nuclei AI.

Key Features of Nuclei AI Browser Extension

  • Context Menu Option to Generate Template: Generate templates effortlessly from selected text.
  • HackerOne Report to Nuclei Template Generation: Create templates directly from HackerOne reports.
  • ExploitDB Exploit to Nuclei Template Generation: Convert authenticity into accurate templates.
  • Research Support from BugCrowd, Intigriti, and Synack: Coming soon for broader usability.

Installation Instructions

Manual Installation

Follow these steps to manually install the Nuclei AI Browser Extension:

  1. Download the zipped extension file and unzip it.
  2. Open your Chrome browser and navigate to chrome://extensions.
  3. Enable the Developer mode toggle located in the top right corner of the page.
  4. Click on “Load unpacked” and select the unzipped extension folder.

Your extension will now be installed in the Chrome browser!

Installation Steps

Chrome Web Store

For a smoother experience, you can download and install the extension from the official extension store (coming soon).

Using the Nuclei AI Extension

Generate Templates from Any Webpage

To create Nuclei templates using information from any webpage, follow these simple steps:

  1. Select the relevant vulnerability information from any website, blog, or tweet.
  2. Right-click to open the context menu and select the Generate Nuclei Template option.
  3. Make any necessary changes to the prompt, if needed.
  4. Click on the Generate button.
  5. The AI will produce a Nuclei Template based on the selected text.

Using the Context Menu

Generate Templates from HackerOne Reports

To extract and generate templates from HackerOne reports, follow these steps:

  1. Access a publicly disclosed HackerOne report, for example: HackerOne Report.
  2. On the right sidebar, click on the Generate Nuclei Template button.
  3. Make necessary adjustments to the prompt if required.
  4. Hit the Generate button.
  5. Test or validate the generated Nuclei Template instantly.

HackerOne Report Usage

Keyboard Shortcut for Quick Access

To easily toggle the AI Editor, press CTRL + SHIFT + O on any webpage. This allows quick access to additional features!

Important Notes

  • All templates generated using the extension will be automatically saved in your Project Discovery account.
  • This is an early version of the extension; note that not all exploits can be converted into templates due to available vulnerability information and features provided by Nuclei.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while using the Nuclei AI Browser Extension, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

  • Ensure that your internet connection is stable and working properly.
  • Check that you are logged into your Project Discovery account.
  • Verify that you have installed the latest version of the extension.
  • If problems persist, try removing the extension and reinstalling it following the steps above.

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Conclusion

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