Special Features of Kali Linux
- Customizable ISOs: Every security researchers have their own need. Users can generate their custom optimized ISO file with a selected set of meta-packages for a more optimized and flexible experience.
- Live Boot: Kali supports Live Boot using a USB device without touching the host operating system.
- Encryption: Kali provides an encryption mechanism for the persistence volume(s) so that the saved files can be secured using LUKS Nuke containers.
- Kali Undercover: The appearance of the Kali can be blended with Windows OS. That means if you activate the kali Undercover feature the menu and the desktop will look like just a Windows OS. It is helpful when security researchers pentest in a client office and some random people might think they are doing something mischievous.
- Win-Kex: Kali can be used from the Windows Subsystem for Linux or WSL.
- Kali NetHunter: Kali provides an open-source android application that can be used for common attacks such as Bluetooth attacks, USB HID Keyboard attacks, etc.
- Supports Every Platform: Kali runs in ARM, Bare Metal, Cloud (AWS and Azure ), Containers (Docker, LXD), WSL, and from VirtualBox and VMware.
Now, let’s look into some advantages and disadvantages of Kali Linux:
Features of Kali Linux
Kali Linux (formerly known as BackTrack Linux) is an open-source, Debian-based Linux distribution aimed at advanced Penetration Testing and Security Auditing. It is introduced in 2013 by rebuilding the BackTrack Linux. Kali Linux is a popular operating system among Security researchers and Computer Forensics experts. Kali Linux comes with various features, which are really helpful for people in the Cyber-Security domain.