Distros for security
Cybersecurity distributions (security distros) are Linux-based operating systems that are specially designed and configured for use in cybersecurity-related activities, penetration testing, security assessments, and related tasks. These distributions provide security professionals and security enthusiasts with a ready-to-use platform with a wide range of security tools and resources already pre-installed and configured.
Here are some of the most popular and well-known cybersecurity distributions:
- Kali Linux
- Parrot Security OS
- BlackArch Linux
- BackBox
- OWASP OWTF
Let’s take a closer look at each of them.
Kali Linux
Kali Linux is one of the most well-known and widely used security distributions. It is based on Debian and offers a wide range of security tools, including vulnerability scanners, forensic analysis tools, exploit tools, and more. Kali is the leading choice for security and penetration testing professionals...
