# Kali Linux

Kali Linux is an advanced penetration testing Linux distribution used by security professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers for network security assessments. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on ZimaOS, Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/1502/kali-linux

## Description

Kali Linux is an advanced penetration testing Linux distribution used by security professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers for network security assessments.

## Platform availability

Available on 2 of 9 platforms: Unraid, ZimaOS.

## Health score

73/100 (Good), based on 4 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 18 days ago)
- Popular: 36 (65 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 45 (2 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Light to run: 100 (128 MB minimum RAM, runs on ARM)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/linuxserver/docker-kali-linux
- ZimaOS: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-casaos/tree/master/Apps/kali-linux
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/linuxserver/kali-linux
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/kali-linux-0wxkgw6143bv8a?q=kali-linux

## Common questions

### Do I need to initialize GVM before using it?

Run gvm-setup the first time so it starts GVM, creates the trust files and data store, and updates its vulnerability feeds. Without this, GVM may fail to start or use outdated scan data.

### How do I open Gophish and find the first login?

Run gophish-start to open Gophish's web page and see the first login: admin / kali-gophish. Without it, you may not know the web address or how to log in.

### What should I answer in the Veil installer prompt?

When the Veil installer asks whether to continue, answer yes or silent to avoid prompts. Choosing no stops the installation, so Veil will not be ready to use.

### How often is the linuxserver Kali container updated?

It receives regular and timely application updates plus regular security updates. The base OS gets weekly updates with common layers across the LinuxServer.io ecosystem.

### Can I map the container user to my host user?

The container supports easy user mappings using PUID and PGID.

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