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Network Topology Discovery
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Vahagn Madatyan
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· v1.0.0
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Description
Iterative network topology discovery using CDP/LLDP neighbor protocols, ARP/MAC table correlation, and routing table analysis. Multi-vendor coverage for Cisc...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to contain a sensible, read-only procedure for network topology discovery, but the package metadata understates what it needs. Before installing or running it: (1) confirm how SSH credentials are supplied and require the skill to declare required env vars or secret references; (2) use least-privilege, read-only device accounts (avoid admin-level creds); (3) verify scope control settings (management subnet, VRF, hop limits) to avoid unbounded discovery; (4) avoid running commands that dump full running-config or secrets unless strictly necessary and audited; (5) test in an isolated lab/network first; and (6) ask the publisher to correct registry metadata to list 'ssh' as a required binary and to explicitly document credential handling. These steps reduce the risk of unintended exposure or accidental expansion beyond intended scope.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: network-topology-discovery
Version: 1.0.0
The bundle is a comprehensive network topology discovery tool designed for multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Arista). It provides structured instructions and a CLI reference for using read-only commands (CDP/LLDP, ARP, and routing tables) to map network adjacencies. No evidence of data exfiltration, configuration changes, or malicious prompt injection was found; the logic is strictly diagnostic and aligns with legitimate administrative use cases like inventory auditing and incident response.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The skill's name, description, and runtime instructions align: it documents iterative L2/L3 discovery via CDP/LLDP, MAC/ARP correlation, and routing tables accessed over SSH/console. However, registry metadata shows no required binaries or credentials while the SKILL.md explicitly expects SSH access (openclaw metadata lists bins:["ssh"]) and the procedure requires credentials that work across devices — the registry omission is inconsistent.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md is an instruction-only skill that restricts operations to read-only 'show' commands and scope-control rules; it does not instruct exfiltration to external endpoints. Minor concern: the CLI reference lists 'show running-config | include ...' and similar config reads which can expose sensitive config (password hashes, keys) if executed; the prereqs claim 'read-only privilege sufficient' but callers must ensure only minimally-privileged accounts are used and avoid collecting full running-config unless necessary.
Install Mechanism
No install spec and no code files (instruction-only) — lowest install risk. Nothing in the package pulls or executes external archives or packages.
Credentials
The skill requires SSH access and device credentials in practice (per Prerequisites and the Seed Expansion Algorithm), but the registry lists no required env vars, no primary credential, and no required binaries — this under-reporting is a red flag. The skill should declare how credentials are supplied (environment variables, a secrets store, or interactive prompt) and document least-privilege account requirements. As-is, users may be asked to provide broad device credentials without a clear contract.
Persistence & Privilege
always:false and no persistent install actions are present. The skill does not request permanent inclusion or attempt to modify other skills or global config.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install network-topology-discovery - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/network-topology-discovery - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
network-topology-discovery 1.0.0 initial release:
- Iterative network topology discovery using CDP/LLDP neighbor protocols, MAC/ARP table correlation, and routing table analysis.
- Supports Cisco IOS-XE/NX-OS, Juniper JunOS, and Arista EOS platforms.
- Builds topology layer-by-layer from L2 adjacency through L3 routing boundaries.
- Multi-vendor command references and discovery procedures included.
- Read-only operations; no configuration changes required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Network Topology Discovery?
Iterative network topology discovery using CDP/LLDP neighbor protocols, ARP/MAC table correlation, and routing table analysis. Multi-vendor coverage for Cisc... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 117 downloads so far.
How do I install Network Topology Discovery?
Run "/install network-topology-discovery" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Network Topology Discovery free?
Yes, Network Topology Discovery is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Network Topology Discovery support?
Network Topology Discovery is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Network Topology Discovery?
It is built and maintained by Vahagn Madatyan (@vahagn-madatyan); the current version is v1.0.0.
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