Go to in the Metasploit Web UI, upload the file, and apply the update. Signs of Fake or Malicious Activation Files
. That's the point of offline activation. Once you have the verified activation file, the entire activation process happens locally without any internet connection.
For automated deployments or scripted installations, Metasploit Pro also provides an API method for offline activation. The pro.activate_offline method loads a pre-generated offline activation file from a specified local filesystem path. The API request format is: metasploit pro offline activation file verified
For advanced users, system administrators, and automation scripts, Metasploit Pro provides a that can be used to programmatically verify and manage offline activations. This is particularly useful for integrating license checks into deployment scripts or monitoring systems.
While the exact internal structure of the ZIP file is proprietary, the Metasploit Pro API provides insight into the type of data contained within a validated license. After a successful activation (whether online or offline), the system can return a hash of license details. A typical response includes: Go to in the Metasploit Web UI, upload
This method is particularly useful for:
If repeated attempts fail despite using a valid activation file from Rapid7 Support, contact Rapid7 Support directly. The issue could be related to activation count limits or a problem with the generated file. Once you have the verified activation file, the
/opt/metasploit/apps/pro/engine/config/logs/framework.log
When prompted with the screen, select the Offline Activation option.
You should request a from Rapid7 Support in the following scenarios: