Kali Linux is a Debian-derived Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing.
Publisher’s description
What is Kali Linux?
Kali Linux is a free virtualisation program for Windows from Kali Linux.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and ARM64 as MSIX. The main installer is 416.4 MB. It needs Windows 10 1703 or newer. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No update for more than a year
- Large download (416.4 MB)
In short: Kali Linux is a free virtualisation tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Kali Linux safe to download?
- The file is served by wslstorestorage.blob.core.windows.net; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
4320391962D3E212B9EC83475CAA7C78A99BFC88F657D4F7B44A60550ED3F2BD· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.13.1.0Latest | October 21, 2024 | 416.4 MB | ARM64 MSIX64-bit MSIX |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id OffSec.KaliLinux -eAdd-AppxPackage -Path KaliLinux_1.13.1.0.AppxBundleGet-AppxPackage -Name KaliLinux.54290C8133FEE | Remove-AppxPackageProgram files (.exe): kali.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Kali Linux
- Category
- Virtualisation
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1703+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- MSIX
- Version
- 1.13.1.0
- Released
- October 21, 2024
- Added to the catalogue
- October 21, 2024
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- kali.org
- winget ID
- OffSec.KaliLinux
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kali Linux free?
Yes. Kali Linux is free to use.
Is Kali Linux safe to download?
The download comes from wslstorestorage.blob.core.windows.net; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Kali Linux with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Kali Linux be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Kali Linux support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1703 or newer and is available for 64-bit and ARM64.
Does Kali Linux run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
What are alternatives to Kali Linux?
Sandboxie, Oracle VirtualBox, Vagrant, Multipass and Windows Subsystem for Linux. The alternatives page compares them.
