Description

Kali Linux 2024.2 was released in June, 2024, it was preceded by version 2024.1 and was available for desktop / laptop computers. It is available for installing 32-bit and 64-bit versions, and a choice of different desktop environments such as KDE, LXDE, and MATE is available in a single ISO image file. XFCE is the default desktop environment. Compared to previous releases, this Kali Linux version some new updates, focusing on under-the-hood changes and community contributions. The update includes future package compatibility for 32-bit platforms with t64 transition, ensuring long-term stability by addressing the year 2038 issue. Desktop enhancements include GNOME 46 with polished themes and extensions, and Xfce updates that improve Kali-Undercover and HiDPI mode. Seventeen new tools have been added, including AutoRecon and Coercer, along with several updates to existing packages. Users are advised to perform a full upgrade to benefit from these enhancements and report any issues encountered.

For more information the release, read the official note of the Kali Linux 2024.2.

General information from Kali Linux

Kali Linux is a free and open source Linux operating system specially designed for penetration testing (computer system security) using a wide range of available security tools. According to the Kali Linux tools directory, there are hundreds of pre-installed security tools in the operating system that allows attacking any computer system, gathering information, forensics, reverse engineering, crack passwords, snifting and snipfing etc. As soon as you launch a tool, you do not need you to write a custom program and programming code to attack, you can read the instructions in the terminal window and type the command. Most tools in Kali Linux work through the command line, while some of them also have graphical user interfaces such as Wireshark, Burp suite and Armitage.

Specification

System requirements

Minimum:

• 32-bit processor or higher.
• 20 GB disk space.
• 1 GB RAM.
• CD/DVD drive or a USB Drive.
• Internet connectivity (optional).

Installation instructions

Starting installer in PC (via USB)

Follow the steps given below:

1. Download the Kali Linux 2024.2 ISO image file from the download section.
2. Install a USB bootable creation software on your Windows PC.
3. Plug in a USB flash drive (at least 8-16 GB of space) with your PC.
4. Open the USB bootable creation software, and select the ISO image file of Kali Linux 2024.2, and start the process.
5. As soon as done, plug the bootable USB into a system where you want to install Kali Linux 2024.2.
6. Restart the computer.
7. Press the boot device menu key and select USB to boot first.
8. Select USB device and start the Kali Linux 2024.2 installer.

Starting installer in VMware

1. Download the Kali Linux 2024.2 ISO image file from the download section.
2. Launch the VMware Player, and start creating a new virtual machine.
3. Select the ISO image file of Kali Linux 2024.2, and use VM configuration according to the system requirements.
4. Start the virtual machine and go to the Kali Linux 2024.2 installer.

Starting installer in VirtualBox

1. Download the Kali Linux 2024.2 image file from the download section.
2. Launch the Virtualbox application on your computer, and start creating a new virtual machine.
3. Select Kali Linux and use VM configuration according to the system requirements.
4. Start VM and when it asks to select the Host Drive, then select the downloaded Kali Linux 2024.2 ISO file in step 1.

Last step

As soon as you go to the Kali Linux boot menu, follow the steps given below:

1. Select 'Graphical Install' and press Enter.
2. Choose language, region, keyboard layout, etc.
3. Follow the on-screen installation.
4. Set the Root Password.
5. For clean installation, select 'Guided - use entire disk' in the disk partition screen. (Warning - Clean installation will remove all other operating systems installed on the computer)
6. Go ahead and choose 'yes' when it asks for format the partition.
7. Wait while Kali Linux is installed on your computer.
8. As soon as the process is complete, restart the system.
9. Log in to Kali Linux and enjoy the operating system.