Introduction to Metasploit

• Purpose: Metasploit is used for developing, testing, and executing exploits against software vulnerabilities. It is essential for hackers, penetration testers, and security professionals.
• History:
  • Created by HD Moore in October 2003.
  • First version released in April 2004 with 11 exploits.
  • Metasploit 2 was released with 19 exploits and 27 payloads.
  • Complete rewrite in Ruby for Metasploit 3 in 2007.
  • Acquired by Rapid7 in 2009, leading to Metasploit Express and Pro.

What is Metasploit?

• A framework for developing and launching exploit modules.
• Composed of tools, libraries, modules, and user interfaces.
• Functions as a module launcher for configuring and deploying exploits.
• Offers hundreds of exploits and payload options.

Installing Metasploit

• On Linux (e.g., Kali Linux): Typically pre-installed.
• Command:
  • msfconsole to launch Metasploit Console.
• On Windows: Visit the Metasploit website for installation guides.

Exploring Metasploit Directory

• Key Directories:
  • data: Contains helper modules, exploits, word lists, etc.
  • meterpreter: Important files for payloads.
  • wordlists: Usernames and passwords for services.
  • exploits: Code for security exploits.
  • modules: Contains exploit, auxiliary, and payloads.

Modules in Metasploit

• Exploits: Target operating system vulnerabilities.
• Auxiliary: Non-payload exploits, including scanners and fuzzers.
• Payloads:
  • Singles: Standalone code.
  • Stagers: Set up the environment for payload delivery.

Basic Exploitation

• Process:
  • Identify target system vulnerabilities.
  • Use msfvenom to create payloads.
  • Set up a listener with Metasploit.
• Example Commands:
  • Payload generation: msfvenom -p <payload> -f psh-cmd
  • Set up listener: use multi/handler

Meterpreter Basics

• Features:
  • In-memory DLL injection for stealth.
  • Shell access on compromised systems.
  • Collects password hashes, key logging, etc.

Information Gathering

• Whois: Collects domain registration details.
• Email Harvesting: Gather emails using auxiliary modules.
• Telnet Scanning: Determine Telnet service versions.

Conclusion

• Practice: Explore Metasploit modules, auxiliary tools, and scanning techniques.
• Resources: Metasploit Framework GitHub page for further exploration.
• Help: Reach out for questions or use community forums.