mdb-tools
Read Microsoft Access (.mdb) databases.
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pkg: mdbtools
mdb-tools extracts schema and data from MS Access files found during engagements — no Windows needed.
Syntax
mdb-tables {file.mdb} ; mdb-export {file} {table}
Example
mdb-export data.mdb Users
Exports the Users table from an Access database to CSV.
Advantages
- Reads Access on Linux
- Great for loot triage
Disadvantages
- Access files only
- CLI extraction
Tags
#access#database#loot
Official docs: mdbtools ↗
Frequently asked questions
What is mdb-tools used for?
mdb-tools extracts schema and data from MS Access files found during engagements — no Windows needed.
What is an example mdb-tools command?
A common example is: mdb-export data.mdb Users — Exports the Users table from an Access database to CSV.
Is mdb-tools part of Kali Linux?
Yes. mdb-tools ships with Kali Linux (and Parrot OS). If missing, install it with: sudo apt install mdbtools.
What category of security tool is mdb-tools?
mdb-tools is a Database Assessment tool with a passive-risk profile when run against a live target.
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