Hacking Guide

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the core gameplay mechanic in DeepNet: Hacking.

1. Scanning Targets

The first step in any breach is to identify vulnerable targets on the network using the scan command.

deepscan *.*.*.* scan *.*.*.* (alias) nmap *.*.*.* (alias)

[SCAN] deepnet-scan *.*.*.* --rate 10kpps --mode syn,udp,icmp
[SCAN] noise profile: adaptive

SYN  -> 51.44.142.27  ...  RST
SYN  -> 146.14.223.142  ...  filtered
PING -> 112.175.134.31  ...  no route
ARP  -> 8.66.122.151  ...  no reply
SYN  -> 132.202.119.117  ...  RST  (fw block)
PING -> 179.35.3.214  ...  no route
SIG  -> 152.180.76.142  ...  weak handshake
SYN  -> 128.245.182.160  ...  ACK  [port 22]
ROUTE-> 155.152.188.52  ...  cached
[truncated ...]

Target          Status      Service Surface
-------------------------------------------------
62.82.61.209    up          513/tcp  open  rlogin
                              vectors: SSH [ICE 2 | Exp Wide | 22/tcp]
                              [BLOC: MERIDIAN]
                              [WORLD: CRISIS patch:+0 defense:7% loot:+16%]
103.110.159.81  up          513/tcp  open  rlogin
                              vectors: HTTP [ICE 2 | Exp Medium | 80/tcp]
                              [WORLD: CRISIS patch:+1 defense:15% loot:+12%]
85.97.24.197    up          513/tcp  open  rlogin
                              vectors: SMTP [ICE 2 | Exp Medium | 25/tcp] | HTTPS [ICE 3 | Exp Medium | 443/tcp]
                              [WORLD: CRISIS patch:+1 defense:15% loot:+12%]
62.247.80.245   up          513/tcp  open  rlogin
                              vectors: SMTP [ICE 2 | Exp Medium | 25/tcp] | HTTPS [ICE 3 | Exp Medium | 443/tcp]
                              [BLOC: MERIDIAN]
                              [WORLD: CRISIS patch:+0 defense:7% loot:+16%]
178.115.249.208 up          513/tcp  open  rlogin
                              vectors: SSH [ICE 2 | Exp Wide | 22/tcp]
                              [BLOC: MERIDIAN]
                              [WORLD: CRISIS patch:+0 defense:7% loot:+16%]

[INFO] 5 new target(s) mapped.
[SUCCESS] Scan complete. 5 hackable / 5 hosts visible.
[INFO] Type "targets" to see your scanned IP list.

2. Choosing a Target

Once the scan is complete, you can view and select your target from the mapped list:

targets

========================================
  SCANNED TARGETS
========================================

 1 | 62.82.61.209
 2 | 103.110.159.81
 3 | 85.97.24.197
 4 | 62.247.80.245
 5 | 178.115.249.208
Syntax: hack <ip|id>
Example: hack 1
Example: hack 178.62.4.199
[INFO] Select service and exploit in the overlay.

Graphical Interface

If you prefer a visual approach, you can launch the hacking overlay:

hack -gui hack (alias) Selection

3. Briefing & Exploitation

After selecting a target, you will enter the Pre-Breach Briefing. Here you must analyze the target's defenses and choose the right tool for the job.

Select Service: Choose the service to target (e.g., 1) or type auto.
Select Tool: Pick the exploit that best matches the target's ICE level.

4. The Breach

this is the actual breach gameplay.

use help to display the available commands: Selection

ls : list directories and files Selection

cd : Change directories. Selection

exfil : Exfiltrate data to your local rig. Selection

netscan : Map the internal network Selection

ssh : Connect to internal hosts. exit : Return to the main target Selection

harvest : Extract credentials from memory. Selection

backdoor : Install persistent access (One-time use). Selection

wipe : Clean access logs to reduce Heat gain Selection

When you are done, use disconnect to terminate the session safely. Selection

[BREACH] Clean extraction. 2 file(s) exfiltrated. Type "files" to view.
[CAPTURE] passive signal analysis recorded 163 network signatures. saved to ~/research/

PLEASE NOTE

Every action you perform increases the TRACE level. If the trace reaches 100%, the system will initiate a hard lockout and alert local security. Always disconnect before you are detected.