Performing Wireless Attacks with Frenzy on Kali Linux – A GUI-Based Step-by-Step Guide
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. Do not attempt any wireless attack on networks you do not own or do not have explicit permission to test. Unauthorized access is illegal and unethical.
📌 What Is Frenzy?
Frenzy (also called Fren) is a lightweight wireless attack toolkit available in Kali Linux. It offers a simple, menu-driven interface that allows users to scan nearby Wi-Fi networks, capture handshakes, perform deauthentication attacks, and even spoof access points. It’s ideal for beginners who want to explore ethical hacking with minimal command-line work.
🧰 What You Need
To use Frenzy, you should be running Kali Linux with a compatible wireless adapter. The adapter should support monitor mode and packet injection. Popular choices include the Alfa AWUS036NHA USB adapter. Basic understanding of how wireless networks work (like Wi-Fi channels and BSSID) will also help.
🔧 Setting Up Frenzy
If Frenzy is already installed in your system, you can open it directly from the terminal by typing sudo ./frenzy.sh. The tool will open with a menu showing different options. If not installed, you may need to download it from GitHub first. Once launched, everything is handled using keyboard navigation in the terminal – no manual commands are needed once inside the tool.
🧭 Navigating the Frenzy Menu
Once Frenzy is open, you'll see a text-based menu interface with numbered options. You can choose to:
Scan all nearby Wi-Fi networks and display information such as BSSID, encryption type, signal strength, and channel. Start capturing WPA/WPA2 handshakes to use later in password-cracking tools. Perform a deauthentication attack to disconnect a device from the network temporarily. Spoof a fake access point (Evil Twin attack) to trick users into connecting to a cloned network. Change your MAC address to stay anonymous during testing. Monitor packets on selected channels for further analysis.
You select options by typing the number shown in the menu. For example, selecting “1” might start scanning, while “2” will begin a handshake capture.
📂 Where Are Logs Saved?
All the files Frenzy generates—like handshake captures, logs, and network lists—are saved in its main folder. You can open this directory using the file manager to view the captured data or transfer it to another tool such as Aircrack-ng for cracking.
🛑 Ending Your Session
When you finish your testing, return to the main menu in Frenzy and exit the tool. Then, switch your wireless adapter back to normal mode using Kali Linux’s built-in network settings. Restarting the Network Manager service can help restore internet access.
💡 Conclusion
Frenzy is an easy-to-use tool for exploring wireless network vulnerabilities in an ethical and legal environment. The GUI-style interface makes it beginner-friendly. However, you should always test only on networks you own or have written permission to analyze. Unauthorized use of these tools can lead to legal consequences.
📚 References
Frenzy GitHub Repository Kali Linux Documentation Aircrack-ng Official Guide SISTMR Australia – www.cyberpritam.com