The main use case for Kali Linux is to test my own applications to ensure that they are secure, so I have pursued ethical hacking for my own applications.

I typically set up tests by using tools which are out of the box in Kali Linux such as Nmap for port scanning, and for the applications that I build, I am trying to identify the underlying hardware that they are running on, checking for any open ports which could introduce security vulnerabilities into my application. I also have sent packets to my web applications that I built previously, such as a website that I self-host, and I use Wireshark for packet analysis to see if I can understand information about the request, such as where it is coming from.

From using Nmap for port scanning, I have probably identified about 10% security improvements in my own applications just by closing ports which I did not realize were open but did not need to be.

The best features Kali Linux offers, in my opinion, include being maintained by a reputable group, Offensive Security, and it is very much seen as the industry standard OS for ethical hacking. Because of a large user base, there have been many developments to make Kali Linux an all-in-one solution. I understand that Kali Linux is preloaded with maybe 500 security tools, so for anything from web security, such as using Burp Suite, to using Metasploit for exploit frameworks, I can use Kali Linux for anything ethical hacking based, making it really an all-in-one solution.

Kali Linux has impacted my organization positively because it has allowed for the better security of my applications. The benefit here from security is multi-fold, including financial benefits because if the chance for exploitation is lower, then the chance to rack up server costs by being exploited is also lower, which is great, and also reputationally and from compliance perspectives, having that increased security benefits me.

The only real limitation I can see with Kali Linux is the steep learning curve of using it. Even though the tools are pre-installed, it is definitely not point and click. I need specialized knowledge of how to use it, and while the documentation is very good, I feel that for some users, it could be potentially overwhelming and also potentially dangerous as I could maybe damage networks if I do not know what I am doing. If there were video courses attached to how to safely use it, especially for absolute beginners with no previous experience using Linux operating systems, I think that could be very useful.

I have used Kali Linux for around one year.

Kali Linux is very stable. It is maintained very well by Offensive Security, and due to the huge user base that uses it, it is kept up to date regularly.

I would describe Kali Linux's scalability as very scalable because I can deploy it on a range of different machines, whether that is my laptop or using maybe Raspberry Pi or Android. I can deploy it on all these different types of devices, and with it being open source, it is very easy to download over the internet.

I have never interacted with customer support for Kali Linux before, but I imagine if support was needed, it would be very good because their documentation is good.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing has been very good. The cost is free to download, so that is very good.

I have seen a return on investment with security improvements since using Kali Linux, and money saved because it is an open-source tool and free to use. There are no financial costs needed upfront, other than maybe if I am booting it from a USB, I might potentially need to buy that USB. The money saved from using Kali Linux means if I am able to make my applications more secure, I could easily see financial improvements.

The cost is free to download, so that is very good.

Out of all those built-in tools and features, I find myself using Wireshark quite a lot for packet analysis, and I have tried to bombard my web application with a large number of packets. I then use Wireshark to examine information regarding those packets, such as the geolocation of where they have come from and how many packets per second are trying to hit the application. I found that quite useful, especially when I am trying to understand the scalability and elasticity of my application. I also use cloud monitoring tools such as Grafana and built-in tools with Google Cloud in combination with Wireshark, which enables me to analyze packets and scalability from different angles.

My advice to others looking into using Kali Linux is to go ahead and use it because it is free. I can download it and give it a try, and there is a lot of advice online about how to use it. I rate this product a 10 out of 10.

In general, Kali Linux is used for hosting applications, developing new applications, and operating systems. It's also used in containers and nodes. The tool offers a smaller footprint than Windows because it lacks the functionality of graphical user interfaces. One advantage of Kali Linux is its lower maintenance requirements than Windows, with slower update cycles and easier maintenance procedures.

The tool's most valuable features are low maintenance and stability.

The tool is already stable and well-developed, so there's minimal feedback for enhancement or change. However, it should improve security, which is crucial, especially with the increasing use of Kali Linux in cloud environments.

I have been using the product for a few months.

I rate the tool's stability a ten out of ten.

Kali Linux is scalable and has a smaller footprint. It can be run on multiple instances of your applications.

We have community support. I haven't faced any problems with support.

The tool's deployment is quick and straightforward compared to Windows. It takes about five to ten minutes to complete.

Kali Linux offers a perpetual license, meaning you pay for it once and can use it. While free versions of Linux are available, Kali Linux, being an enterprise edition, usually comes with a perpetual license. I rate its pricing a five out of ten.

Pre-installed tools can provide basic training and security measures, which is helpful. However, these tools may not be sufficient to secure your workload fully. That's why it's important to complement them with other specialized security tools to enhance your overall security.

Before using Kali Linux, make sure you know its pros and cons. It's a good system to learn because it's the best choice for some situations. It has default firewall settings that block everything by default. It's up to the user to decide how much they want to open up.

Learning Kali Linux takes time because it relies on command-line tasks instead of graphical interfaces. Practice is key to becoming comfortable with it.

I use the solution in my company for vulnerability assessment, to run penetration testing, and to do automated scans of the websites for malware. In general, the tool is useful to check for vulnerabilities in websites and applications.

The interface is good and straightforward to use.

In the older versions of the solution, there were problems with the UI. Improvements are only required in the UI of the product's older version. In the latest version of the product, the UI is good. If you know how to use the product, the UI part is okay.

There can be some lagging issues because the product gets stuck at times, making it an area of concern where improvements are required.

I have experience with Kali Linux since 2017.

It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

At times, the product gets stuck, and there are some lagging-related issues, but it is something that depends on the system you are running the product on, so you can change the system if required.

It is a scalable solution.

Only I use the product in my company.

The tool is not hard to deploy. You just need to download Kali Linux Images and decide on how you want to deploy it. You can deploy the tool directly on a laptop, or you can deploy it through VirtualBox from VMware. For deployment, I just need to open Kali Linux Image on VirtualBox.

It is an open-source tool.

I have found the tool to be the most effective when we want to run the vulnerability assessment provided by the solution in our company for certain websites and applications so that we can find or detect issues. In our company, Kali Linux is used for most of the use case scenarios where vulnerability assessment is required.

The areas I found to be the most effective from the perspective of security tasks are Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP), Metasploit, Wireshark, Nikto, and SQLMAP.

There have been a lot of benefits from the pre-installed tools in the product, in terms of security auditing part in our company. There are also other operating systems on which you can run Kali Linux, where users are provided with a massive range of tools like BlackArch Linux and ParrotOS, which are useful for certain use cases.

The product is good to start with, and it is good for penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. It is good for those who want to go into the line of website security. New users of the product should know the basics of Linux to be able to use the solution because it is an area that could be hard for many.

The value derived from the use of the product in our company stems from the results it provides us. The reason to use the product is to get answers when you run a vulnerability assessment from a security perspective. The product provides an outcome that can be used to access the security posture of an application, and it can also help you find loopholes. In general, it can be used to test applications.

I rate the tool a ten out of ten.

I use Kali Linux to do a simulation attack on another system and show them that the antivirus can protect this system.

The most valuable feature of Kali Linux is the attack it performs using a CVE script that's already on the internet. The solution saves a lot of my time because instead of creating a script, I can take the available script and execute it for that machine.

I would like to have automation in Kali Linux instead of manually configuring or setting up something in case of an upgrade.

I have been using Kali Linux for a couple of months.

I rate Kali Linux ten out of ten for stability.

The solution’s initial setup is straightforward.

We implemented the solution through an in-house team. The solution was deployed in 30 minutes. The solution's deployment process is the same as Ubuntu Linux. It depends on the type of Kali Linux you want to install, and then you have to execute it.

Each company has an audit, and Kali Linux can be used for vulnerability testing and detecting other system weaknesses in the environment.

Kali Linux is a free product, and you don't have to pay for a license.

Choosing Kali Linux depends on the user's use case. Users who want to have an audit for the network or the endpoint can definitely use Kali Linux. It is a free product, and it has greater capability to detect, monitor, and maintain security in one environment.

Overall, I rate Kali Linux ten out of ten.