Kali Linux Exclusive — Netcut

You will see a visual layout of all connected phones, laptops, and smart TVs, mapping out their IP and MAC addresses. Step 4: Cut the Internet (The "NetCut" Action)

Or use driftnet to capture images the victim views:

Step-by-Step: Replicating NetCut Functionality in Kali Linux netcut kali linux

The software acts like a "pair of scissors" for your network, instantly identifying all connected devices by their IP address, device name, and MAC address. With a simple click, it can cut off the internet connection for any selected device. This feature has given it the nickname "Network Scissors" and is the primary reason it is often associated with malicious "hacking" on public Wi-Fi networks.

Open (Spoof victim to gateway):

# Enable forwarding (victim still has internet, but traffic goes through you) sudo sysctl -w net.ipv4.ip_forward=1

Many Kali users prefer native tools like or Ettercap . They are more powerful and pre-installed on Kali. To "cut" a connection using Bettercap : You will see a visual layout of all

Keep this terminal running. As long as the command executes, the target device will lose its connection to the outside network. Press Ctrl + C to stop the tool and allow the target to reconnect. Method 3: Running NetCut via Wine (Not Recommended)

It is incredibly scriptable and consumes virtually zero system resources. This feature has given it the nickname "Network