After setting up Kali Linux, we are now ready to perform our first penetration test with Metasploit. However, before we start the test, let's recall some of the essential functions and terminologies used in the Metasploit framework.
Conducting a penetration test with Metasploit
Recalling the basics of Metasploit
After we run Metasploit, we can list all the useful commands available in the framework by typing help or ? in the Metasploit console. Let's recall the basic terms used in Metasploit, which are as follows:
- Exploits: This is a piece of code that, when executed, will exploit the vulnerability of the target.
- Payload: This is a piece of code that runs at the target after successful exploitation. It defines the actions...
