If you are using Kali Linux, most wordlists are stored in /usr/share/wordlists/ :
The most direct and common way to change the wordlist is by passing the --dict (or -dict ) flag when executing the Wifite command. This tells Wifite to ignore its default list and use your specified file for the current session. Step-by-Step Instructions
WiFite will now use your custom wordlist by default.
sudo apt update sudo apt install hcxdumptool hcxtools sudo apt install pyrit
You can also inspect the source code (if installed via Git) by navigating to /opt/wifite/ and checking wifite/config.py .
: In some versions of Wifite2, the command remains --dict , but always ensure you have the latest version from the Official Wifite2 GitHub for the best compatibility.
Locate the Wifite executable file (usually at /usr/bin/wifite or /usr/sbin/wifite ). Open the file in a text editor with root privileges: sudo nano /usr/bin/wifite Use code with caution.
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: If Wifite cannot find your list, use the full absolute path (e.g., /home/user/wordlist.txt ) instead of shortcuts like to avoid location errors. Multiple Lists