Metasploit Framework
An open-source penetration testing framework developed collaboratively with Rapid7, used for identifying and validating security vulnerabilities
- 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 salesPlatform & deployment
Independently observed- CLI
- macOS
- Linux
- Cloud / SaaS
- Self-hosted
Integrations (2)
Independently observed- InsightVM
- InsightIDR
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price level | 80 | 0.05 | 4.2 | ✓ |
| Pricing transparency | 25 | 0.08 | 2.1 | ✓ |
| Integrations | 14 | 0.04 | 0.6 | ✓ |
| Reliability | 0 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Security posture | 0 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
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