Kali Linux 2024.2 Ethical Hacking Distro Released with GNOME 46, New Tools
Kali Linux 2024.2 is here more than three months after Kali Linux 2024.1 and completes the prevent the t64 transition to protect the system against the Year 2038 issue, upgrades the GNOME desktop offering to the latest GNOME 46 release, and improves Kali-Undercover and HiDPI modes in the default Xfce desktop.
Several new tool are included in this release, namely autorecon, a multi-threaded network reconnaissance tool, coercer, a tool to automatically coerce a Windows server to authenticate on an arbitrary machine, dploot, a Python rewrite of SharpDPAPI, and getsploit, a command line utility for searching and downloading exploits.
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Kali GNU/Linux 2024.2 Release (t64, GNOME 46 & Community Packages)
A little later than usual, but Kali 2024.2 is here! The delay has been due to changes under the hood to make this happen, which is where a lot of focus has been. The community has helped out a huge amount, and this time they’ve not only been adding new packages, but updating and fixing bugs too! If you are reading this, Kali 2024.2 is finally ready to be downloaded or upgraded if you have an existing Kali GNU/Linux installation.
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Kali Linux 2024.2 unleashed: Embracing the t64 transition and welcoming new tools
Kali Linux's latest release, version 2024.2, incorporates crucial updates and new community-contributed packages. Despite a slight delay due to extensive under-the-hood enhancements, the Kali team is excited to announce that version 2024.2 is now available for download or upgrade.
Linuxiac:
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Kali GNU/Linux 2024.2 Rolls Out with GNOME 46 and 18 New Tools
Kali GNU/Linux 2024.2 is now available for download. It features GNOME 46, enhanced Xfce, 18 new security tools, and 64-bit time_t transition.
LWN:
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Kali GNU/Linux 2024.2 released
Version 2024.2 of the Kali Linux penetration testing distribution has been released. This release includes an update to GNOME 46, a high-resolution (HiDPI) mode for Xfce, as well as a number of new packages such as the AutoRecon network reconnaissance tool, pspy command-line utility for snooping on GNU/Linux processes, and SploitScan tool for fetching and displaying CVE information. Kali GNU/Linux is based on Debian testing, and 2024.2 incorporates Debian's work to transition to 64-bit time_t to avoid year 2038 problems. Users with existing Kali systems should be sure to follow the documentation when upgrading.
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Kali Linux 2024.2 released: 18 new tools, countless updates
Kali 2024.2 introduces GNOME 46, offering a refined experience that builds on the enhancements from previous versions.
The Xfce desktop has undergone specific changes for Kali-Undercover and HiDPI modes. These updates improve stability and include several minor bug fixes, ensuring better support for the latest desktop features.
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Kali Linux 2024.2 released with 18 new tools, Y2038 changes
Kali Linux has released version 2024.2, the first version of 2024, with eighteen new tools and fixes for the Y2038 bug.
Kali Linux is a distribution created for cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers to perform penetration testing, security audits, and research against networks.
As is typical for the year's first version, the Kali Team has released new visual elements, including wallpapers and updates to the boot menu and login display.
Notebookcheck:
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Kali Linux 2024.2 launches with updated desktops and bug fixes
Based on the Debian Testing branch, Kali Linux was introduced in mid-March 2013. Yesterday's release is labeled 2024.2 and, just like its predecessors, aims at cyber security experts, white-hat hackers, and penetration testers. The update integrates the t64 transition, although it became available as an update for existing users on May 20th. Other highlights worth mentioning are Gnome 46, Xfce improvements, and no less than 18 new tools. Obviously, multiple fixes and under-the-hood tweaks are also included in Kali 2024.2.
With the arrival of Gnome 46, all Kali Linux themes and extensions have been updated to support it as well. Codenamed "Kathmandu" and released back in March, Gnome 46 sports a new global search feature, an enhanced file manager, support for Microsoft OneDrive, a new dedicated remote login capability, multiple improvements to the Settings app, better accessibility options, and more. While Xfce does not get a new version, it comes with updates that enhance stability and fix a few minor bugs for Kali-Undercover and HiDPI.
Later coverage:
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Kali Linux 2024.2 Released: What’s New!
Kali Linux 2024.2 was released with a range of new features, updates, and improvements. These have been designed to improve the user experience and broaden the range of tools available to security professionals. Let’s take a closer look at what’s new in Kali Linux 2024.2.
“This release, although slightly delayed, promises to enhance the user experience with significant changes under the hood, new tools, and desktop environment updates,” Kali Linux team said.
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Kali Linux 2024.2 Released with New Tools and GNOME 46
On June 5, 2024, Kali Linux released version 2024.2, marking the second update of the year. With eighteen new tools and significant improvements, Kali Linux continues to enhance its capabilities and improve user experience and functionality. This release also includes critical fixes for the Year 2038 issue.