CensysGPT
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About
CensysGPT is an AI-powered interface designed to simplify the creation of complex search queries for the Censys Search platform. By leveraging large language models, it allows security researchers and investigators to describe the internet assets they are looking for in plain English or using syntax from other popular scanning tools. The primary goal is to lower the barrier to entry for internet-wide reconnaissance, making it easier to identify specific host configurations, services, or vulnerabilities without deep knowledge of the Censys-specific query language. The tool functions as a translation layer between the user's intent and technical execution. Users can input natural language prompts, such as "Russian hosts running RDP," or paste legacy Censys queries and queries from competitors like Shodan, ZoomEye, or BinaryEdge. The AI then processes these inputs and generates the corresponding Censys-compatible syntax. This eliminates the need for manual manual-reading and syntax debugging, allowing analysts to move directly from an investigation hypothesis to a set of results. The interface includes examples and a simple "Generate Query" action to facilitate rapid iteration during time-sensitive tasks. CensysGPT is specifically built for cybersecurity roles, including threat hunters, incident responders, and attack surface management (ASM) teams. For these professionals, speed is often critical during a security event or proactive search. By automating the query construction phase, the tool enables smaller security teams or those transitioning from other platforms to utilize the vast Censys dataset effectively. It bridges the gap between high-level investigative goals and the technical execution of a search, ensuring that even junior analysts can perform sophisticated queries. What sets CensysGPT apart is its specific focus on cross-platform query translation. Most search tools require users to learn a proprietary syntax; however, CensysGPT acknowledges that researchers often work across multiple environments. By supporting Shodan and ZoomEye syntax translation, it acts as a universal adapter for the industry. Furthermore, the tool prioritizes privacy by opting out of OpenAI's data training program, ensuring that sensitive investigative queries aren't used to improve public models, which is a significant consideration for enterprise security operations.
Pros & Cons
Converts natural language into technical search syntax automatically
Supports syntax translation from competitors like Shodan and BinaryEdge
Opted out of OpenAI data training for better security privacy
Simplifies migration from legacy Censys query versions
Provides immediate example templates for common reconnaissance tasks
Currently in beta which may lead to occasional syntax errors
Generated queries still require a Censys account to execute results
Limited to the features supported by the underlying OpenAI GPT model
Privacy protection relies on third-party API configurations
Use Cases
Threat hunters can describe malicious infrastructure in plain English to quickly identify C2 servers across the globe.
Security researchers transitioning from Shodan can paste their existing queries to see the equivalent Censys results.
Attack surface managers can use specific service filters to find exposed company assets and shadow IT infrastructure.
Incident responders can translate legacy queries into modern syntax to maintain continuity during investigations.
Platform
Features
• proactive threat hunting support
• natural language query generation
• real-world example templates
• privacy-focused gpt implementation
• api documentation access
• attack surface management insights
• legacy query conversion
• third-party query translation (shodan, zoomeye)
FAQs
Can I use queries from other search engines?
Yes, CensysGPT can translate queries from Shodan, ZoomEye, and BinaryEdge into the correct Censys syntax. This allows users to migrate their existing workflows to Censys without learning a new language.
How is my query data handled for privacy?
Censys uses OpenAI's GPT models to process requests but has opted out of allowing that data to be used for model training. This provides an additional layer of privacy for sensitive reconnaissance operations.
Does this tool require a Censys account?
While the query generator itself is available in beta for free, you will likely need a Censys Search account to execute the generated queries. The tool provides the syntax, which you then use on the main search platform.
What kind of queries can I generate?
You can generate queries for specific services like RDP or FTP, search by HTML titles, or look for specific software versions. It supports both broad geographic searches and granular technical filters.
Pricing Plans
Beta
Free Plan• Natural language query generation
• Translate Shodan/ZoomEye queries
• Translate legacy Censys queries
• Access to Censys API docs
• Privacy-conscious data handling
• Reconnaissance operation templates
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