Creating a Message Popup Payload Using Metasploit

we will create a simple Windows executable that displays a custom message box when the victim executes the file. This can be used for demonstration or social engineering awareness testing in authorized lab environments.

Step 1: Open msfconsole

Start Metasploit Framework

Step 2: Use the MessageBox Payload Module

Load the Windows MessageBox payload module

Step 3: Configure the Message,Generate the Payload

Set the message text that will appear in the popup and title of the popup window.

generate payload using generate -f exe -o path/gtav.exe

After running the command, the payload executable will be created in the current directory.

Step 4: Start a Python HTTP Server

To transfer the file to the victim machine, start a simple Python web server:

This will host the payload file on port 8888.

Step 5: Download the File on the Victim Machine

On the victim machine, open a browser and visit http://ATTACKER-IP:8888

You can use any social engineering technique to convince the target to execute the file.

Step 6: Execute the Payload

Once the victim runs the executable, a message box popup will appear with the custom title and message configured earlier

This demonstrates how Metasploit can generate simple payloads for awareness testing and social engineering demonstrations. Always perform such activities only in authorized lab environments or with proper permission.