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1. Download and install the Metasploit Framework:
⚫ Visit the official Metasploit website and download
• Install Metasploit on your host machine.
• Submit a screenshot of the installation process and installed system.
2. Install VirtualBox:
⚫ If not already installed, download and install Oracle VirtualBox.
3. Download Metasploitable 3 VM:
⚫ Metasploitable 3 supports Vagrant for easy setup. Refer to the quick-start
guide on the Rapid7 website
⚫ Alternatively, build a Metasploitable 3 VM from scratch
Task 2: Metasploitable 3 VM Setup [5 points]
1. Download Metasploitable 3 Image:
• Follow the instructions from the Metasploitable 3 GitHub repository B² B.
⚫ Choose the appropriate image format (VMware, VirtualBox, etc.).
2. Create a New VM in VirtualBox:
• Open VirtualBox.
⚫ Click "New" to create a new virtual machine.
⚫ Configure the VM settings (disk size, RAM, etc.).
3. Configure Network Settings:
• Set up the network adapter as "Host-Only" or "Internal Network."
⚫ This ensures the VM is isolated from external networks.
4. Power On the Metasploitable 3 VM:
• Start the VM in VirtualBox.
• Obtain the IP address assigned to the Metasploitable 3 VM.
⚫ Submit screenshot
Task 3: Exploitation [20 points]
Exploit Vulnerabilities:
. Use Metasploit to run four different exploits against Metasploitable 3.
Document each step, including the exploit used, target service, and any
successful compromises.
⚫ Capture relevant screenshots or logs.
Task 4: Reporting [20 points]
Summary Report:
⚫ Compile your findings into a summary report.
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⚫ Include details about the vulnerabilities exploited, the impact, and any post-
exploitation actions.