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Kali Default Non-Root User

December 31, 2019

For years now, Kali has inherited the default root user policy from BackTrack. As part of our evaluation of Kali tools and policies we have decided to change this and move Kali to a “traditional default non-root user” model. This change will be part of the 2020.1 release, currently scheduled for late January. However, you will notice this change in the weekly images starting now.

How Kali deals with the upcoming Python 2 End-of-Life

December 16, 2019

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Kali Linux News

Five years ago, the Python developers announced that they will stop supporting Python 2 in 2020. For a long time, nobody cared and Python 3 adoption was slow. But things have changed a lot lately as the deadline is right around the corner (1st January).

Kali Linux 2019.4 Release

November 26, 2019

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Kali Linux News, Kali Linux Releases

We are highly excited to announce our fourth and final release of 2019, Kali Linux 2019.4, which is available immediately for download.

Kali Linux 2019.3 Release

September 2, 2019

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Kali Linux Releases

We are pleased to announce that our third release of 2019, Kali Linux 2019.3, is available immediately for download. This release brings our kernel up to version 5.2.9, and includes various new features across the board with NetHunter, ARM and packages (plus the normal bugs fixes and updates).

As promised in our roadmap blog post, there are both user facing and backend updates.

Major Metapackage Makeover

August 22, 2019

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Kali Linux News

With our 2019.3 Kali release imminent, we wanted to take a quick moment to discuss one of our more significant upcoming changes: our selection of metapackages. These alterations are designed to optimize Kali, reduce ISO size, and better organize metapackages as we continue to grow.

Before we get into what’s new, let’s briefly recap what a metapacakage is…

Kali NetHunter App Store – Public Beta

July 15, 2019

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Kali Linux News

Kali NetHunter has been undergoing a ton of changes as of late. Now supporting over 50 devices and running on Android devices from KitKat (v4.4) to Pie (v9.0), its amazing the extra capabilities that have been introduced.

But, we don’t want to stop there. After a ton of work, we are really excited to introduce the Kali NetHunter App Store!

Download Kali Linux

Download Kali Linux – our most advanced penetration testing platform we have ever made. Available in 32 bit, 64 bit, and ARM flavors, as well as a number of specialized builds for many popular hardware platforms. Kali can always be updated to the newest version without the need for a new download.

Kali Documentation

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a novice – our multi-language Kali Linux documentation site will have something you need to know about Kali Linux. Multiple scenarios and “recipes” are available, allowing you to easily create custom complex images with ease, such as the Kali Linux ISO of Doom.

Kali Training

Interested in jump-starting your infosec career? Looking to improve your command of Linux? Your journey starts here! Dive into Kali Linux Revealed, a free online training course that prepares you to become a Kali Linux Certified Professional. Get Started Today.

Kali Community

Kali Linux, with its BackTrack lineage, has a vibrant and active community. With active Kali forums, IRC Channel, Kali Tools listings, an open bug tracker system and community provided tool suggestions – there are many ways for you to get involved in Kali Linux today. Joining the community is easy – don’t hesitate; jump right in!

Offensive Security

Offensive Security was born out of the belief that the only real way to achieve sound defensive security is through an offensive mindset and approach. Kali Linux is one of several Offensive Security projects – funded, developed and maintained as a free and open-source penetration testing platform.