Vip Terminal Webshell – The Lightweight PHP Web Shell Every SysAdmin Needs
System administrators and penetration testers often need a quick, authorized way to run commands or pull files when SSH isn’t an option. Most web shells are bloated, outdated or trip security alarms instantly. Vip Terminal Webshell was built to solve that problem:
- Tiny footprint – one clean PHP file
- Modern UX – auto-completion, history, toolbar buttons
- Zero dependencies – works on any LAMP / LEMP stack
- Open-source & free – grab it on phpfilemanager.com
Headline Features
1. Command Execution in Your Browser
Run any shell command just as you would in an SSH session. The prompt shortens long paths automatically, and pressing ↑ / ↓ scrolls through command history.
2. Built-in File Transfer
upload /path/filename– choose a file locally and push it to the serverdownload /path/filename– stream any readable file as Base64 for safe download
3. Productivity Toolbar
| Button | What It Does |
|---|---|
| clear | Wipes the terminal screen |
| info | Shows kernel, uptime, RAM and disk stats |
| /etc/passwd | Instantly downloads the passwd file for quick auditing |
4. Autocomplete & Tab Hints
Start typing a binary or filename and hit Tab. Vip Terminal Webshell uses Bash’s compgen to offer smart suggestions without an extra page load.
5. Mobile-Friendly Design
Below 992 px the ASCII art hides and the shell fills the screen, so you can admin your box from a phone or tablet.