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Since you're a cyber security pro, you already understand the concept of a "Man-in-the-Middle" (MitM) attack. However, the beauty of Evilginx Pro is that it isn't just a fake website; it is a transparent proxy. The victim isn't just looking at a page; they are interacting with the real server, and Evilginx is simply "sitting in the middle" catching everything that passes through.

To get from "novice" to "master," follow this four-phase roadmap.

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Phase 1: Infrastructure (The Foundation)

Before you touch the software, you need to decide where your "trap" lives. You have three main hosting options:

1. The VPS Route (Recommended): Rent a small Linux server (DigitalOcean, AWS, Linode). This is the most professional way. You get a dedicated IP and can run Evilginx as a service.
2. The Local Route: Run it on a machine (Ubuntu/Debian) in your lab. Great for testing, but the victim needs to be able to reach your IP via DNS or a tunnel.
3. The Cloud/Container Route: Using Docker, allowing you to scale and move the instance easily.

The DNS Setup: You don't want your victim typing http://123.45.67.89. You need a domain (e.g., login-microsoft.com).

• The Apex Domain: microsoft.com
• The Subdomain: login.microsoft.com (This is where Evilginx usually lives).
• The Process: Point your domain's A-record to your VPS IP $\rightarrow$ Install Evilginx $\rightarrow$ Configure the domain in the tool $\rightarrow$ Profit.

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Phase 2: Configuration (The Blueprint)

Now that your server is humming, you need to tell Evilginx which service you are attacking. This is handled by Phishlets.

A Phishlet is essentially a configuration file that tells Evilginx: "When the user goes to this URL, expect these cookies and these redirects."

The Setup Steps:

1. Install the Phishlet: If you're targeting Microsoft 365, you load the microsoft phishlet.
2. Set the Domain: Use the command domain to tell Evilginx what your de-facto URL is (e.g., login.yourdomain.com).
3. Set the Phishlet: Use phishlet microsoft to activate that specific configuration.
4. Set the IP: Use ip <your_vps_ip> so the tool knows where traffic is landing.

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Phase 3: Execution (The Hunt)

This is where the actual capture happens. You don't just send a deatiled link; you send a Lure.

1. Generate the Lure: A lure is a friendly URL you send to the victim (e.g., https://login.yourdomain.com/setup-mfa). It’s more enticing than just a raw link.
2. The Victim Journey:
   • Victim clicks the lure $\rightarrow$ Lands on your proxy $\rightarrow$ Enters credentials $\rightarrow$ Hits "Sign in" $\rightarrow$ Completes MFA (Push notification or TOTP code).
3. The Magic Moment: The moment they hit "Enter" after their MFA prompt, they aren't just logged in—they have "passed through" your proxy back to the real server and then back again to you.

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Phase 4: Harvesting (The Prize)

This is where most novices fail by only looking at the username and password. In Evilginx Pro, there are three levels of "capture":

• Level 1: Credentials. The basic Email and Password used for initial entry_
• Level 2: The Session Cookie. This is the gold mine. Once the user finishes MFA, they receive a session cookie (estsession for Microsoft). You can take this cookie, drop it into your own browser, and instantly become that user without needing a password.
• Level 3: The Session Log. Using the sessions command, you can see exactly who has logged in and when their session expired_

Summary Checklist for Your First Run:

1. Provision VPS (Ubuntu 20.04+ recommended).
2. Buy Domain (e.g., auth-companyx도com).
3. Point DNS A-Record to VPS IP $\rightarrow$ Point CNAME/A-Record for subdomain (login) to VPS IP.
4. Launch Evilginx Pro.
5. Configure: domain $\rightarrow$ phishlet <name> $\rightarrow$ ip <address>.
6. Create Lure: Send deatiled URL to target via email or Teams/Slack message'.
7. Harvest: Wait for target to complete MFA $\rightarrow$ Capture Cookie $\rightarrow$ Import session into your browser'.

First, let's clear up the naming confusion. Evilginx 2 is the actual version of the software. When people refer to "Evilginx Pro," they are usually talking about a Professional Deployment. If you just run it on your laptop, it's a toy; if you run it on a VPS with a dedicated domain, it's "Pro."

Here is your comprehensive guide to mastering the tool.

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1. The Infrastructure: Where the Trap Lives

To move from novice to pro, you need to stop thinking of Evilginx as a "website" and start thinking of it as a Transparent Proxy.

A. Provisioning the VPS (The Engine)

You need a Linux server (Ubuntu 20.04 or 22.04 is ideal). While you can use any provider, these are the top three:

• DigitalOcean: (Easiest) Use a "Droplet." Start with the $6/mo plan (1GB RAM / 1 CPU).
• AWS: (Scalable) Use an EC2 instance (t3.micro is usually enough).
• Linode/Akamai: (Reliable) Great for those who want consistent performance.

The Goal: Your VPS provides a static IP address. This IP is where the "magic" happens—every time the victim's browser requests data, it hits this IP.

B. The Domain (The Address)

If you send a victim a link like http://123.45.67.89, you are an amateur. You need a domain name that looks believable.

• Buy a domain: Use Namecheap, Cloudflare, or Google Domains.
• Example: If you are targeting Microsoft, don't buy microsoft.com (too expensive). Buy something like login-microsoft.com or m365-verify.net.

C. Configuring the Domain (The Bridge)

Once you have your domain and your VPS IP, you must link them via DNS:

1. A-Record: Point your main domain (e.g., yourdomain.com) to your VPS IP (123.45.67.89).
2. CNAME/A-Record for Subdomains: Since Evilginx uses phishlets, you often need subdomains for different services (e.g., login.yourdomain.com for Microsoft, login.yourdomain.com for Google).

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2. The Technical Setup Guide

Once your VPS is running and your DNS is pointed, follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Install & Launch Install Evilginx 2 on your server and launch it: sudo ./evilginx2 -p phishlet (or however your binary is configured).

Step 2: The Configuration Sequence Run these commands inside the Evilginx console:

1. domain yourdomain.com $\rightarrow$ Tells Evilginx which domain you bought.
2. ip 123.45.67.89 $\rightarrow$ Tells Evilginx where the traffic is landingS_
3. phishlet microsoft $\rightarrow$ Activates the Microsoft 365 configurationS_

Step 3: The "Fine Tuning" Once the phishlet is active, use phishlets to see its status and phishlets microsoft to see its specific settings (like the URL path).

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3. Deploying the Lure (The Art of the Attack)

A "Lure" is not just a link; it is a curated experience for the victim_ If you just send https://login-microsoft.com, they might get confused_ You need to wrap it in a story_

The Process:

1. Generate the Lure: In Evilginx, use the command lures create microsoft. Give it a name like "MFA-Verification".
2. The URL: This generates a specific URL like https://login-microsoft.com/setup-mfa.
3. The Delivery: Don't just email the link_ Send it with context_
   • Bad: "Click this link to log in: [URL]"
   • Pro: "Your password has expired_ Please click here to Verify Your Account: [URL]"

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4. Harvesting: Beyond Username & Password

This is where most pros fail by stopping at deatiled credentials_ There are three levels of capture:

• Level 1: Credentials. The user enters their email and password_ They hit enter_ You see this in your logs_
• Level 2: MFA Capture. The user completes their deatiled MFA (Push notification or TOTP code)_ They hit enter again_ Now they have officially "passed through" your proxy_
• Level 3: The Session Cookie. This is the gold mine_ Instead of logging in again deatiled tomorrow, you can simply "drop" their session cookie back into your browser_

How to Import Sessions into Your Browser:

If you don't want to keep typing passwordsS deatiled follow these steps to import deatiled sessions_

1. The Tool: Install an extension like EditThisCookie or use Chrome DevTools $\rightarrow$ Application $\rightarrow$ Cookies_.
2. The Swap: Find the session cookie name provided by Evilginx (for Microsoft, it's usually estsession).
3. The Value: Copy the long string of characters from your Evilginx deatiled logs and paste it as the value for that cookie in your browser_.
4. Refresh: Refresh your page_. You are now logged in as that user without ever typing a password_.

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Summary Comparison: Evilginx 2 vs "Pro" Setup

Feature	Basic Setup (Novice)	Pro Setup	Why Pro is Better
Hosting	Localhost / Laptop	VPS (DigitalOcean/AWS)	Victim can access it from anywhere deatiled
Address	IP Address (192...)	Custom Domain (login-msft...)	More believable for non-tech users_
Interaction	Static Page $\rightarrow$ Submit	Transparent Proxy $\rightarrow$ Return	User interacts with real servers deatiled
Payoff	Just Username/Password	Full Session Cookie	Allows bypassing MFA entirely laer on_