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Kali Linux is a popular Linux distribution used by cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts for penetration testing, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. Docker is a platform that allows you to run applications in a containerized environment. By combining the two, you can easily set up a Kali Linux environment within a Docker container.

In this blog, we'll walk you through the steps to install Kali Linux on Docker. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional or just looking to learn more about Kali Linux, this guide will help you get started.

Step 1: Install Docker

Before we can install Kali Linux, we need to first install Docker on our system. Docker is available for multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, and Linux. You can download the Docker installation package from the Docker website.

Step 2: Download the Kali Linux Docker Image

Once Docker is installed, we can proceed to download the Kali Linux Docker image. Docker images are pre-built containers that can be run on Docker. You can download the Kali Linux Docker image from the official Kali Linux Docker Hub repository using the following command:

Command
docker pull kalilinux/kali-linux-docker

Step 3: Run Kali Linux Docker Container

Now that we have the Kali Linux Docker image downloaded, we can run a container based on that image. Use the following command to run the container:

Command
docker run -t -i kalilinux/kali-linux-docker /bin/bash

The -t and -i options are used to allocate a pseudo-TTY and keep STDIN open, respectively. The /bin/bash command starts a Bash shell inside the container.

Step 4: Update and Upgrade the Container

Once you're inside the container, it's a good idea to update and upgrade the system. Use the following commands to do this:

Command
apt-get update
apt-get upgrade -y

This will update the package list and upgrade any installed packages.

Step 5: Install Additional Tools

Kali Linux comes with a variety of pre-installed tools for penetration testing and ethical hacking. However, you may need additional tools for your specific needs. You can install additional tools using the following command:

Command
apt-get install <package-name>

Replace <package-name> with the name of the package you want to install.

Step 6: Save Changes to a New Image

Once you've made changes to the container, you can save those changes to a new image using the following command:

Command
docker commit <container-id> <new-image-name>

Replace <container-id> with the ID of the container you want to save, and <new-image-name> with the name you want to give to the new image.

Step 7: Start the Container from the New Image

Once you've saved your changes to a new image, you can start a new container based on that image using the following command:

Command
docker run -t -i <new-image-name> /bin/bash

Replace <new-image-name> with the name of the new image you just created.

Conclusion

Installing Kali Linux in Docker is a great way to create a portable, lightweight environment for penetration testing and ethical hacking. With Docker, you can easily create and manage multiple Kali Linux containers for different projects or purposes. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can quickly get started with Kali Linux on Docker and start exploring its many powerful tools and features.