A Docker-based penetration testing framework with a web GUI and 200+ tools.
Product memo
Nightingale offers a Docker-native penetration testing framework designed for security engineers. It addresses toolchain sprawl and environment drift by providing a consistent, reproducible environment accessible via a web GUI. This approach enables faster test execution and onboarding by consolidating over 200 tools and offering features like AI-assisted commands and scan management, all within a single container.
For who
Penetration testers and security engineers
Solves what
Streamlines Docker-based security testing with a unified web GUI and 200+ tools.
- Docker-native environment
- Web GUI with multi-terminal sync
- 200+ security tools
In their own words
Security testing at engineering speed
Nightingale v2.0 · Nightingale GUI for Penetration Testing
Nightingale is a Docker-based penetration testing framework with a modern web GUI, multi-terminal support, and 200+ pre-installed tools—covering web, network, mobile, OSINT, and forensics in one consistent environment. Spin it up when a test is scheduled, then tear it down—no need to keep a lab running around the clock
Operator context
Operating setup
Founded
May 2026
Platform
Web app
Audience
Developers
Social footprint
Tech stack
Builder Strategy
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Pre Revenue
- Effort
- Small Team
About Nightingale: Docker for Pentesters Expand
Nightingale provides a Docker-based penetration testing framework designed to shorten security testing for engineers and pentesters. Version 2.0 features an intuitive web GUI, multi-terminal synchronization, and over 200 pre-installed security tools covering various domains like web, network, and OSINT.
By running tests within a consistent Docker environment, Nightingale eliminates the complexities of toolchain sprawl and environment drift, ensuring reproducible outcomes across different operating systems. Users can opt for a self-hosted product or request hosted demo access, making it adaptable for diverse security workflows and team needs.