Metasploit Framework
An open-source penetration testing framework for conducting security assessments and identifying vulnerabilities
- Vendor
- Rapid7
- Also known as
- metasploit-framework
Available worldwide
What is Metasploit Framework?
Metasploit is a widely-used penetration testing platform that combines open-source community contributions with commercial support from Rapid7. It enables security teams to conduct assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and test defenses against potential attacks.
Metasploit Framework pricing
Plans, per-tier features and add-ons, dated and linked to live pricing. Pricing changes often; always verify at source before you rely on it.
Metasploit Framework (Open Source)
FreeMetasploit Pro
Contact salesWhat Metasploit Framework does
The capabilities that matter for penetration testing, normalised so it lines up with every alternative. “-” means we haven't confirmed it, not that it's missing.
- Deployment model
- Self host software
- Human led testing
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- Automated adversary simulation
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- Web application testing
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- API endpoint testing
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- Network infrastructure testing
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- Cloud aws gcp configuration testing
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- Compliance ready reporting
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- Remediation validation retesting
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- Jira issue tracker sync
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- SOC2 type ii
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- ISO 27001
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- Pricing model
- Open source
Platform & deployment
Independently observed- CLI
- macOS
- Linux
- Cloud / SaaS
- Self-hosted
Integrations (2)
Independently observed- InsightVM
- InsightIDR
Metasploit Framework FAQ
Common questions about Metasploit Framework, answered from independent, dated evidence.
What is Metasploit Framework?
Metasploit is a widely-used penetration testing platform that combines open-source community contributions with commercial support from Rapid7. It enables security teams to conduct assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and test defenses against potential attacks. It is indexed under Penetration Testing.
Source: https://www.metasploit.com
Is Metasploit Framework free to use?
Metasploit Framework is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. Paid editions are also offered: Metasploit Pro, priced on request. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.
Source: https://www.metasploit.com
What platforms does Metasploit Framework support?
Metasploit Framework supports macOS and Linux. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.
Source: https://www.metasploit.com
Can Metasploit Framework be self-hosted?
Yes. Metasploit Framework can be deployed self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.
Source: https://www.metasploit.com
Where is Metasploit Framework available?
Metasploit Framework is available worldwide. The vendor is headquartered in the United States.
Source: https://www.metasploit.com
Metasploit Framework alternatives
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrations | 14 | 0.06 | 0.9 | ✓ |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
| Stars | 0 | 0.03 | 0.0 | - |
| Dependent projects | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
| Development activity | 0 | 0.09 | 0.0 | - |
| Release cadence | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Security posture | 0 | 0.21 | 0.0 | - |
| Package downloads | 0 | 0.14 | 0.0 | - |
| Security score | 0 | 0.04 | 0.0 | - |
| Developer Q&A activity | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
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Content
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Faq | 5 items | mediumsource · 2026-09-10 · 63% |
Features
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Capabilities | Pricing model: open_source · Deployment model: self_host_software | mediumsource · 2026-09-05 · 60% |
Integrations
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 2 | mediumsource · 2026-08-19 · 60% |
Market
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | HqCountry: US · PrimaryMarkets: … · AvailabilityScope: global · AvailableCountries: … · NotAvailableCountries: … | highsource · 2026-08-19 · 75% |
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