Kali Linux 2019.4 release. Kali formerly BackTrack, it is a Debian-based Linux distributions, mainly for the information security industry, which contains a series of security, penetration testing and forensics tools. Previously, Kali Linux 2019.3 held in September this year to complete the release.
It is reported that the latest version of Kali Linux has many interesting features, such as new desktop environment, a new theme and the desire undercover mode, which enables penetration testers can be hidden in public places.
Kali Linux 2019.4 release some updates are as follows:
- The new default desktop environment Xfce
- GTK3 new theme (for Gnome and Xfce)
- The introduction of "Kali Undercover" mode
- Kali Documentation has a new home, now driven by Git
- Public Packaging - your tool into the Kali
- Kali NetHunter KeX - complete Kali Desktop on Android
- BTRFS during setup
- Added PowerShell
- The kernel upgrade to version 5.3.9
- ... as well as regular bug fixes and updates.
Kali Undercover mode
This mode allows penetration testers disguise themselves in public places to work. Development team created a small script, the user's Kali theme can be changed to the default Windows installation. In this way, users can work invisible. After the completion, in a more private place, run the script again, and then switch back to Kali theme.
Other new features
New Kali Linux version comes with Microsoft's PowerShell, allows the user to execute PowerShell scripts directly on the Kali.
In addition to the new features, as well as a program called "NetHunter Kex", which feature allows users to use the HDMI output and Bluetooth keyboard and mouse from their mobile phones to access Kali desktop.
