: nikto -h [hostname] -nossl — Speeds up the scan if you know the target doesn't use HTTPS. Key Resources
: nikto -h [hostname] -p [port] — For example, use port 443 for SSL.
: Detailed PDF guides like the Nikto Cheat Sheet from Comparitech or those found on Scribd provide quick references for tuning and output options.
: nikto -h [hostname] -o [filename.html] — Exports the report into a readable format like HTML or XML.
: For deep dives into its LibWhisker-based engine, the official Nikto Wiki covers advanced testing and error detection. nikto cheat sheet | Comparitech
: nikto -h [hostname or IP] — Scans a specific host on port 80.
: nikto -update — Keeps the vulnerability database current.