Security News > 2022 > November > 5 Kali Linux tools you should learn how to use

Kali Linux is a specialized Linux distribution developed by Offensive Security, designed for experienced Linux users who need a customized platform for penetration testing.

Kali Linux also comes with several hundred specialized tools for carrying out penetration testing, security research, computer forensics, reverse engineering, vulnerability management, and red team testing.

John the Ripper is an open-source password security auditing and password recovery tool.

Lynis performs an extensive health scan of your systems to support system hardening and compliance testing.

A collaboration between the open source community and Rapid7, Metasploit helps security teams do more than just verify vulnerabilities, manage security assessments, and improve security awareness; it empowers and arms defenders to always stay one step ahead of the game.

Nmap is a free and open-source utility for network discovery and security auditing.

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