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## https://sploitus.com/exploit?id=ED5791E3-8935-5632-A403-CB7E7FA26CB0
# Metasploitable2 Penetration Test Lab
**Author:** Lillian Jones | [LJones910109](https://github.com/LJones910109)
**Date:** June 2026
**Type:** Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing Lab
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## Overview
A full penetration test conducted against Metasploitable2 in an isolated VMware Fusion lab environment. This project demonstrates a complete attack lifecycle from reconnaissance through post-exploitation, following the PTES methodology.
## Environment
- **Attack Machine:** Kali Linux (172.16.148.132)
- **Target Machine:** Metasploitable2 (172.16.148.133)
- **Hypervisor:** VMware Fusion (Host-Only Network)
## Tools Used
- Nmap
- Metasploit Framework
- Linux CLI
## Vulnerabilities Exploited
| CVE | Service | Result |
|-----|---------|--------|
| CVE-2011-2523 | vsftpd 2.3.4 | Root shell |
| CVE-2010-2075 | UnrealIRCd | Root shell |
| CVE-2007-2447 | Samba | Root shell |
## Repository Structure
- /report - Full penetration test report
- /scans - Nmap scan results
- /notes - Enumeration notes
- /screenshots - Evidence screenshots
## Disclaimer
This lab was conducted in a controlled, isolated environment for educational purposes only.