How To Install Kali Linux On Android
How To Install Kali Linux On Android
Kali Linux is a popular operating system for penetration testing and ethical hacking. It comes with hundreds of tools for various security tasks, such as network analysis, web application testing, malware analysis, forensics, and more. If you want to use Kali Linux on your Android device, you have a few options. In this article, we will show you how to install Kali Linux on Android using two methods: NetHunter Rootless and Linux Deploy.
NetHunter Rootless
NetHunter Rootless is a version of Kali NetHunter that does not require root access or a custom recovery. It is based on a Kali Linux container that runs on top of Termux, an Android terminal emulator. NetHunter Rootless also provides access to the Kali NetHunter App Store, where you can download and install various security apps. Additionally, you can use the NetHunter KeX app to run a full Kali Linux desktop session on your Android device.
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To install NetHunter Rootless on your Android device, follow these steps:
Download and install the F-Droid app from the official website. F-Droid is an alternative app store for open-source software.
Open F-Droid and search for Termux. Install Termux from F-Droid, not from Google Play Store. The Google Play Store version of Termux is no longer updated and may cause errors.
Download and install the NetHunter KeX app from the NetHunter Store website. This app will allow you to run a graphical user interface for Kali Linux on your Android device.
Download and install the Hacker's Keyboard app from Google Play Store. This app will provide you with a full keyboard layout that includes arrow keys, tab keys, ctrl keys, and esc keys. You will need this keyboard to use some of the tools in Kali Linux.
Enable the Hacker's Keyboard app in your settings. Go to Settings > System > Languages & input > Virtual keyboard > Manage keyboards. Turn on the Hacker's Keyboard option.
Open Termux and update and upgrade the system using the following command:pkg update && pkg upgrade -y
Fetch and run the installer script for NetHunter Rootless using the following command:wget -O install-nethunter-termux && chmod +x install-nethunter-termux && ./install-nethunter-termux
Wait for the installation process to complete. It may take some time depending on your internet speed and device performance.
Launch Kali Linux on your Android device using the following command:nethunter
To enable the graphical user interface for Kali Linux, follow these steps:
Open the NetHunter KeX app and tap on Start Server.
Enter your password for Kali Linux. The default password is "changeme". You can change it later using the "passwd" command.
Tap on Connect to Server. You will see a full Kali Linux desktop session on your Android device.
You can also connect to the server using an external monitor or a wireless screen casting device. To do this, tap on the Settings icon in the NetHunter KeX app and select your preferred display mode.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed NetHunter Rootless on your Android device. You can now use Kali Linux tools and applications on your phone.
Linux Deploy
Linux Deploy is another method to install Kali Linux on your Android device. It is an app that allows you to create and run various Linux distributions in chroot environments. A chroot environment is a way of isolating a process from the rest of the system by changing its root directory. This means that you can run a different operating system inside your Android device without affecting or modifying it.
To install Kali Linux on your Android device using Linux Deploy, follow these steps:
Download and install the Linux Deploy app from Google Play Store.
Open the Linux Deploy app and grant it root access. You will need to have a rooted device to use this app.
Tap on the Properties icon in the bottom right corner of the app. This will open the configuration settings for the Linux distribution.
In the Distribution section, select Kali Linux from the drop-down menu.
Scroll down and define your desired username and password in the Username and Password fields. You will use these credentials to log in to Kali Linux later.
Tap on the Install icon in the bottom center of the app. This will start the installation process of Kali Linux on your Android device.
Wait for the installation process to complete. It may take some time depending on your internet speed and device performance.
Tap on the Start icon in the bottom center of the app. This will start the Kali Linux system on your Android device.
To access the graphical user interface for Kali Linux, you will need to install a VNC client app on your Android device. A VNC client app is an app that allows you to remotely control another computer or device using a graphical interface. You can use any VNC client app of your choice, such as VNC Viewer or bVNC.
Open the VNC client app and enter the following information:
Address: localhost
Port: 5900
Password: The password you set for Kali Linux in step 5.
Tap on Connect. You will see a full Kali Linux desktop session on your Android device.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Kali Linux on your Android device using Linux Deploy. You can now use Kali Linux tools and applications on your phone.
Conclusion
In this article, we have shown you how to install Kali Linux on Android using two methods: NetHunter Rootless and Linux Deploy. Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, so you can choose the one that suits your needs and preferences. NetHunter Rootless does not require root access or a custom recovery, but it has limited functionality and compatibility. Linux Deploy requires root access and a custom recovery, but it has more functionality and compatibility. Either way, you can enjoy using Kali Linux on your Android device and perform various security tasks with it.