The Kali Linux distribution is going to switch to a new security model by defaulting to a non-root user starting with the upcoming 2020.1 release. Learn more: . This change will come with the release of the 2020.1 version scheduled for late January 2020, but users can already test it via the daily builds . They will also be able to test it by downloading and running theweekly images released until Kali 2020.1 will be officially available. The link for this article located at Bleeping Computer is no longer available. . In the 2020.1 release, Kali Linux adopts a safety-first approach by defaulting to non-administrative user accounts, significantly improving user security.. Kali Linux Release, User Privilege Changes, Default Non-Root User, Linux Security Model. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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