Metasploit Auxiliary Modules for MySQL Database Exploitation

Metasploit Auxiliary Modules for MySQL

1. mysql_version

Purpose: Gathers information about the MySQL server version.

How it works: Sends a simple query to the MySQL server to retrieve version information.

Use Cases: Initial reconnaissance to determine the target's vulnerability landscape.

2. mysql_login

Purpose: Attempts to brute-force login credentials for a MySQL database.

How it works: Uses a dictionary of usernames and passwords to try various combinations.

Use Cases: Identifying weak passwords or default credentials.

3. mysql_enum

Purpose: Enumerates databases, tables, and columns within a MySQL database.

How it works: Executes SQL queries to gather information about the database schema.

Use Cases: Understanding the database structure to identify potential attack vectors.

4. mysql_hashdump

Purpose: Extracts password hashes from the MySQL database's user table.

How it works: Exploits vulnerabilities or weak configurations to access the hash file.

Use Cases: Cracking password hashes offline using tools like Hashcat or John the Ripper.

5. mysql_sql

Purpose: Executes arbitrary SQL commands against a MySQL database.

How it works: Injects malicious SQL code to manipulate data or gain unauthorized access.

Use Cases: Data exfiltration, system compromise, or privilege escalation.

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