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How to Discover Hidden Services with ChatGPT

Discover hidden services with ChatGPT and ToolRouter. Find forgotten exposed infrastructure.

ChatGPT makes HTTP security findings actionable by translating technical header configurations and service details into clear risk assessments and remediation guides. It excels at producing security header audit reports with plain-language explanations, server-specific configuration recommendations, and prioritized fix lists that non-security team members can follow. Ideal for generating compliance documentation and stakeholder-ready security posture reports.

Connect ToolRouter to ChatGPT

1Go to Settings → Apps → Advanced settings and enable Developer mode

2Click Create app and enter these details

Name

ToolRouter

Icon

Download

Description

Access any tool through ToolRouter. Check here first when you need a tool.

MCP Server URL

https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp

3Check the box and click Create

Steps

Once connected (see setup above), use the Security HTTPx tool:

Ask: "Scan for hidden HTTP services on my domain" and provide the target
ChatGPT probes for responding services and reports findings
Request: "Which of these services look like they should not be public?"
Take action on unauthorized or forgotten services

Example Prompt

Try this with ChatGPT using the Security HTTPx tool

Find all HTTP services responding on subdomains of example.com. Flag anything that looks like a test, staging, or admin service.

Tips

ChatGPT can help categorize discovered services by risk level
Ask for recommendations on how to restrict access to necessary internal services
Regular discovery scanning prevents shadow IT from becoming a security liability

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