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NoSQLMap

NoSQLMap is a Python-based penetration testing tool for auditing and exploiting NoSQL databases (MongoDB, CouchDB) and web applications that use NoSQL. It automates injection attacks and configuration weakness detection to extract or clone database contents.

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Source: GitHub — github.com/codingo/NoSQLMap

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Field	Value
Repository	codingo/NoSQLMap
Owner	codingo
Primary language	Python
License	GPL-3.0 — OSI-approved
Stars	3.3k
Forks	625
Open issues	0
Latest release	0.5 (2016-01-11)
Last updated	2026-02-20
Source	https://github.com/codingo/NoSQLMap

What NoSQLMap is

CLI-driven tool written in Python 2.6/2.7 that performs NoSQL injection enumeration, JavaScript payload injection, timing-based attacks, and direct database attacks via Metasploit integration. Supports MongoDB and CouchDB with architecture for future Redis/Cassandra support.

Quickstart

Get the NoSQLMap source

Clone the repository and explore it locally.

terminalbash

1git clone https://github.com/codingo/NoSQLMap.git2cd NoSQLMap3# follow the project's README for install & configuration

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Best use cases

Authorized Security Audits of NoSQL Web Applications

Identify NoSQL injection vulnerabilities in authentication pages, search endpoints, and query parameters during bug bounty engagements or penetration tests with proper authorization.

MongoDB Default Configuration Assessment

Scan for and exploit unauthenticated MongoDB instances exposed on networks to demonstrate configuration risks and unauthorized data access during security assessments.

Database Cloning and Data Extraction Testing

Validate defensive controls by attempting authorized database cloning and extraction scenarios to verify access controls and data protection mechanisms work as designed.

Implementation considerations

Requires Python 2.6/2.7 runtime (not natively compatible with Python 3.x without porting). Dependency on legacy PyMongo, httplib2, and potentially Metasploit Framework adds setup complexity.
Tool expects local MongoDB instance for database cloning; requires MongoDB installation and network access configuration. Docker/docker-compose support available but adds container orchestration overhead.
Interactive menu-based CLI requires manual option configuration per engagement; limited batch automation without custom scripting. Burp Suite request import requires manual parsing workflow.
Metasploit integration for shell callbacks requires listener setup and framework configuration; adds security burden of managing reverse shell infrastructure.
No HTTPS certificate validation or proxy support explicitly documented; may require modification for testing through corporate egress controls or against systems with self-signed certs.

When to avoid it — and what to weigh

Production Systems Without Explicit Authorization — Do not run against live production NoSQL databases or web applications without written permission. The tool automates destructive and exploitative operations that can cause data loss or availability issues.
Python 3+ Environments Required — Project targets Python 2.6/2.7, which reached end-of-life in 2020. Modern environments standardized on Python 3.x; running legacy Python introduces security and compatibility risks.
Current or Patched NoSQL Deployments — Against databases and applications with modern query parameter validation, parameterized queries, and injection protections, tool effectiveness is severely limited; likely high false-negative rate.
Unmaintained or Unsupported Scenarios — Latest release is from 2016 (v0.5). No recent major updates; modern NoSQL injection techniques, payload encoding, and database versions may not be covered by tool logic.

License & commercial use

Licensed under GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0). GPLv3 is a copyleft license: any derivative work or distribution must include source code and apply the same GPLv3 terms. Not a permissive OSI license for proprietary use.

GPL-3.0 does not prohibit commercial use, but imposes strict conditions: any internal modifications must be disclosed if you distribute the tool, and you must provide source code to recipients. If used only internally without distribution, constraints are minimal. Requires legal review before incorporating into commercial products or SaaS offerings.

DEV.co evaluation signals

Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.

Signal	Assessment
Maintenance	Stale
Documentation	Limited
License clarity	Clear
Deployment complexity	High
DEV.co fit	Possible
Assessment confidence	Medium

Security considerations

Tool is explicitly offensive; intended for authorized penetration testing only. Operator must verify target authorization before use. No code security audit or vulnerability disclosure history provided in public data. Relies on Python 2.7 (EOL, no security patches). NoSQL injection payloads transmitted in cleartext unless HTTPS is enforced upstream. If used to scan public networks or systems without consent, may violate CFAA or local laws. Reverse shell callback infrastructure requires secure listener hardening. Recommend sandboxed/lab use only.

Alternatives to consider

SQLMap (SQL Injection)

Actively maintained SQL injection tool with modern Python 3 support, broader database coverage, and current community; analogous to NoSQLMap but for relational DBs. Addresses similar attack surface with better maintenance.

Burp Suite Pro / OWASP ZAP

Contemporary web application security scanners with native NoSQL injection detection, payload generation, and enterprise integration. Active maintenance and modern injection technique coverage; no legacy Python 2 dependency.

Manual MongoDB/NoSQL Testing + Custom Scripts

For teams requiring current technique coverage and control, building custom Python 3 scripts atop pymongo/httpx or integrating community NoSQL injection payloads directly into existing scanners is more sustainable than relying on 2016-era tool.

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NoSQLMap FAQ

Can I run NoSQLMap on Python 3?

Not without significant porting effort. The tool targets Python 2.6/2.7, which are incompatible with Python 3 syntax and library structure. The project has not released a Python 3 version.

Is NoSQLMap legal to use?

Only with explicit, written authorization from system owners. The tool automates exploitation and data extraction; unauthorized access to databases is illegal in most jurisdictions (e.g., CFAA in the US, GDPR in EU).

Does NoSQLMap work against modern MongoDB/CouchDB deployments?

Unknown for current versions. Latest release is from 2016; modern databases have patched injection vectors, enforced authentication, and improved validation. Tool effectiveness against current deployments is not documented.

What is the learning curve for using NoSQLMap?

Moderate. Menu-driven CLI is accessible but requires understanding of NoSQL injection concepts, database architecture, and Metasploit (if shell callbacks are used). Not recommended for operators unfamiliar with penetration testing fundamentals.

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