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Kali Linux 2023.4: Updated Hacking Tools and Kernel Enhancements

Calendar Dec 06, 2023 • User Avatar Anthony Pell
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Kali Linux is a security distribution that is built upon Ubuntu and Debian. It is an open-source project designed to provide users with comprehensive tools for penetration testing, digital forensics, and reverse engineering.

The Kali Linux team has released its new version, Kali Linux 2023, which includes updated packages and bug fixes. The new release includes several important updates, including:

 

  • The Linux kernel has been upgraded to 4.20.0-kali2;
  • The OpenSSL library has been updated to 1.1.1a;
  • Libreswan has been updated to 3.17;
  • The GRSecurity kernel has been updated from 3.2 (default) to 3.2.3-grsec;
  • The dnscrypt-proxy 1.9 package has been added, and much more!

I found the article linked below helpful in understanding what's new with this exciting release. Check it out!

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