ShodanLookup

Shodan Lookup Extension

Shodan Lookup is a powerful browser extension that allows users to look up IP addresses, domains, and general search terms directly on Shodan. Designed for security analysts and researchers, this extension simplifies the process of retrieving detailed information about devices, networks, and other indicators of interest from Shodan’s extensive database.

🛠 Features

Right-Click Integration: Select any text on a webpage, right-click, and choose “Search on Shodan” to perform a lookup.
Intelligent Query Handling:
- IP addresses and domains are automatically directed to Shodan’s detailed pages.
- Other text is treated as a general search query.
Browser-Based Workflow: Operates entirely within your browser, providing quick access to Shodan without any background queries.

🚀 How to Use

Install the Extension: Add the Shodan Lookup extension to your browser.
Perform a Lookup:
- Highlight any text (IP address, domain, or general term) on a webpage.
- Right-click on the selection.
- Choose “Search on Shodan” from the context menu.
View Results: The extension will open a new tab with the relevant Shodan page for your search query.

📝 Developer Comments

No Results Found: If Shodan returns no results, it may indicate:
- The queried term has not been indexed by Shodan.
- Certain advanced search capabilities require a Shodan account.
Read-Only Extension: This extension does not perform background queries or interact with Shodan beyond user-initiated searches.

⚙️ Best Practices for Usage

Optimize Browser Performance:
- Disable the extension when not in use to reduce system memory usage and improve browser performance.
- Enable the extension only when performing lookups or accessing specific information.
Maximize Shodan’s Features: For advanced queries, consider creating a Shodan account to unlock additional capabilities.

🌐 Permissions

This extension requires minimal permissions to function:

Access to Context Menus: To add the “Search on Shodan” option to the right-click menu.
Access to Open Tabs: To display the results in a new tab.

🔧 Installation Instructions

You can install the extension directly for Firefox here:
👉 Shodan Lookup on Firefox Add-ons
Once installed, the extension will automatically add the “Search on Shodan” option to your right-click context menu.
If you encounter any issues, feel free to check the support section on the Firefox Add-ons page or open an issue on this repository.