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The latest version of Caine is based on the Ubuntu Linux 12.04 LTS, MATE and LightDM. Compared to its original version, the current version has been modified to meet the standards forensic reliability and safety standards laid down by the NIST View the methodologies of Nist. About Caine Caine (an acronym for Computer Aided Investigative Environment’) is a distribution live oriented to Computer Forensics (computer forensics) historically conceived by Giancarlo Giustini, within a project of Digital Forensics Interdepartmental Research Center for Security (CRIS) of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia see Official Site. Currently the project is maintained by Nanni Bassetti. Code Name BLACKHOLE Distribution Name Caine Version 5.0 Architecture 64bit Number of Media 1 Size 2.4 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.caine-live.net/

Matriux “Leandros” RC1 on 2013-09-27 is a major revamp over the existing system. About Matriux Matriux is a Debian-based security distribution designed for penetration testing and forensic investigations. Although it is primarily designed for security enthusiasts and professionals, it can also be used by any Linux user as a desktop system for day-to-day computing. Besides standard Debian software, Matriux also ships with an optimised GNOME desktop interface, over 340 open-source tools for penetration testing, and a custom-built Linux kernel. Code Name Leandros Distribution Name Matriux Version 2013.09.27 Architecture 32bit Number of Media 1 Size 3.3 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.matriux.com/index.php?page=download

It’s still in its BETA release but the developer has done a good job for this project that some cool pentesting tools included in this distro. It is built from Debian Squeeze and uses Fluxbox as it Desktop environment. You can install this live pentesting distro using Custom Remastersys Installer. It has a lot of wireless tools unlike BackTrack 5.It has the old Android Hacking features. About Weakerth4n Weakerth4n has a very well maintained website and a devoted community. Built from Debian Squeeze (Fluxbox within a desktop environment) this operating system is particularly suited for WiFi hacking as it contains plenty of Wireless cracking and hacking tools. Tools includes: Wifi attacks, SQL Hacking, Cisco Exploitation, Password Cracking, Web Hacking, Bluetooth, VoIP Hacking, Social Engineering, Information Gathering, Fuzzing Android Hacking, Networking and creating Shells. Distribution Name Weakerth4n Version 3.6 Beta Architecture 32bit Number of Media 1 Size 1.3 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://weaknetlabs.com/main/?page_id=479

Knoppix STD 0.1 32bit CD is the latest ISO image of Knoppix About Knoppix STD STD is a Security Tool. Actually it is a collection of hundreds if not thousands of open source security tools. It's a Live Linux Distro (i.e. it runs from a bootable CD in memory without changing the native operating system of your PC). It's sole purpose in life is to put as many security tools at your disposal with as slick an interface as it can. Distribution Name Knoppix STD Version 0.1 Architecture 32bit Number of Media 1 Size 497 MB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://s-t-d.org/index.html

Samurai Web Testing Framework 2.1 32bit DVD is the latest version of Samurai group. About Samurai Web Testing Framework The Samurai Web Testing Framework is a live linux environment that has been pre-configured to function as a web pen-testing environment. The CD contains the best of the open source and free tools that focus on testing and attacking websites. In developing this environment, we have based our tool selection on the tools we use in our security practice. We have included the tools used in all four steps of a web pen-test. Distribution Name Samurai Web Testing Framework Version 2.1 Architecture 32bit Number of Media 1 Size 2.8 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://sourceforge.net/projects/samurai/files/

NodeZero Linux v1 32bit DVD is the latest version. All though NodeZero Linux can be used as a “Live System” for occasional testing, its real strength comes from the understanding that a tester requires a strong and efficient system. This is achieved in our belief by working at a distribution that is a permanent installation, that benefits from a strong selection of tools, integrated with a stable linux environment. About NodeZero Linux NodeZero Linux is reliable, stable, and powerful. Based on the industry leading Ubuntu linux distribution, NodeZero Linux takes all the stability and reliability that comes with Ubuntu’s Long Term Support model, and its power comes from the tools configured to live comfortably within the environment. Distribution Name NodeZero Linux Version 1 Architecture 32bit Number of Media 1 Size 1.7 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.nodezero-linux.org/downloads

AndysHam Radio Linux 15 32bit DVD is a remastered version of Ubuntu 14 contains a lot of amateur radio software including Fldigi, NBEMS, Gpredict, earthtrack, xcwcp and qrq, XLog and cqrlog, flrig and grig, xnec2c, fl_moxgen, aa-analyzer, owx, VOACAP, glfer, Xastir, gqrx, gEDA, and more! A great way to try out various applications in a light weight Linux package! Distribution Name And's Ham Radio Linux Version 15 Architecture 64bit Number of Media 1 Size 1.9 GB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://sourceforge.net/p/kb1oiq-andysham/news/

BlackArch Linux 2014.04.21 x86_64 DVD is the latest version of Black Arch Linux. It can be used with 64bit PC only. About BlackArch Linux BlackArch Linux is a lightweight expansion to Arch Linux for penetration testers and security researchers. Distribution Name BlackArch Linux Version 2014.04.21 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 2.4 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.blackarch.org/index.html

Parrot Security OS 0.9 Rc2 amd 64 DVD is the latest Operating system from the Parrot group. About Parrot Security OS Parrot Security OS is a cloud friendly operating system designed for Pentesting, Computer Forensic, Reverse engineering, Hacking, Cloud pentesting, privacy/anonimity and cryptography.Based on Debian and developed by Frozenbox network. Distribution Name Parrot Security OS Version 0.9Rc2 Architecture 64bit Number of Media 1 Size 4.2 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.parrotsec.org/index.php/Main_Page

Pentoo 2014.0 is a Gentoo-based live DVD with a collection of penetration testing and forensic analysis tools. About Pentoo Pentoo is a Gentoo-based Linux live CD with a selection of applications and tools designed to perform penetration testing. Distribution Name Pentoo Version 2014.1 RC2 Architecture amd64 Number of Media 1 Size 2.4 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.pentoo.ch

Here is a list of Security and Penetration Testing tools – or rather categories available within the Blackbuntu package, (each category has many sub categories) but this gives you a general idea of what comes with this pentesting distro:Information Gathering,Network Mapping,Vulnerability Identification, Penetration,Privilege Escalation,Maintaining Access,Radio Network Analysis,VoIP Analysis,Digital Forensic,Reverse Engineering and a Miscellaneous section. Because this is Ubuntu based, almost every device and hardware would just work which is great as it wastes less time troubleshooting and more time working. About Blackbuntu Blackbuntu is distribution for penetration testing which was specially designed for security training students and practitioners of information security. Blackbuntu is penetration testing distribution with GNOME Desktop Environment. Distribution Name Blackbuntu Version 03 Architecture amd64 Number of Media 1 Size 3.9 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://sourceforge.net/projects/blackbuntu/

BackBox Linux 3.13 is an updated version of the project's Ubuntu-based specialist distribution designed for penetration testing and security assessment. This release includes features such as Linux kernel 3.13, EFI mode, anonymous mode and armhf Debian packages. What's new? Preinstalled Linux kernel 3.11; system improvements; upstream components; bug corrections; performance boost; improved Update menu; improved Forensic menu; predisposition to ARM architecture (armhf Debian packages); predisposition to BackBox Cloud platform; new and updated hacking tools. About Backbox BackBox Linux is an Ubuntu-based distribution developed to perform penetration tests and security assessments. It is designed to be fast and easy to use. It provides a minimal yet complete desktop environment, thanks to its own software repositories, which are always updated to the latest stable versions of the most often used and best-known ethical hacking tools. Distribution Name Backbox Version 3.13 Architecture amd64 Number of Media 1 Size 1.7 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://www.backbox.org/blog/backbox-linux-313-released

Manjaro Linux 0.8.10 is the latest update of the Arch Linux-based distribution that comes in penbox flavour also. Although the general layout of our supported environments has not changed dramatically, there have been look-and-feel improvements, including a modern graphical bootsplash, new default theme (Menda) and a new look for our welcome screen. About Manjaro Manjaro Linux is a fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system based on Arch Linux. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability. Manjaro Linux offers Xfce and Openbox desktops as core options, as well as a minimalist Net edition for more advanced users. Community-supported GNOME 3/Cinnamon and KDE flavours are available. Users also benefit from the supportive and vibrant Manjaro community forum. Distribution Name Manjaro Linux Version 0.8.10 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 687 MB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://manjaro.org/2014/06/09/manjaro-0-8-10-is-online/

Manjaro Linux 0.8.10 is the latest update of the Arch Linux-based distribution that comes in Xfce flavours. This release includes our flagship Xfce edition. Although the general layout of our supported environments has not changed dramatically, there have been look-and-feel improvements, including a modern graphical bootsplash, new default theme (Menda) and a new look for our welcome screen. About Manjaro Manjaro Linux is a fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system based on Arch Linux. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability. Manjaro Linux offers Xfce and Openbox desktops as core options, as well as a minimalist Net edition for more advanced users. Community-supported GNOME 3/Cinnamon and KDE flavours are available. Users also benefit from the supportive and vibrant Manjaro community forum. Distribution Name Manjaro Linux Version 0.8.10 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 1.1 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://manjaro.org/2014/06/09/manjaro-0-8-10-is-online/

Manjaro Linux 0.8.10 is the latest update of the Arch Linux-based distribution that comes in KDE, Xfce and Openbox flavours. This release includes our flagship Xfce edition, feature-rich KDE edition, lightweight Openbox edition and our minimal 'Net' edition. Although the general layout of our supported environments has not changed dramatically, there have been look-and-feel improvements, including a modern graphical bootsplash, new default theme (Menda) and a new look for our welcome screen. About Manjaro Manjaro Linux is a fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system based on Arch Linux. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability. Manjaro Linux offers Xfce and Openbox desktops as core options, as well as a minimalist Net edition for more advanced users. Community-supported GNOME 3/Cinnamon and KDE flavours are available. Users also benefit from the supportive and vibrant Manjaro community forum. Distribution Name Manjaro Linux Version 0.8.10 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 1.1 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://manjaro.org/2014/06/09/manjaro-0-8-10-is-online/

elementary OS 0.2 (code name "Luna") is a single-CD Ubuntu-based distribution featuring a traditional desktop layout, a simplified file manager and the Midori web browser. About elementary elementary OS is an Ubuntu-based desktop distribution. Some of its more interesting features include a new GTK+ and icon theme for GNOME, the Midori web browser, new applications developed in-house (e.g. Dexter, an address book and Postler, an email client), and Nautilus Elementary, a simple file manager. Code Name Luna Distribution Name elementary Version 0.2 Architecture amd64 Number of Media 1 Size 694 MB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://elementaryos.org/

Alpine Linux 3.0.0 is a security-oriented distribution designed primarily for servers. This is the first release in the 3.0 stable series. This is the first release with musl libc instead of uClibc and is not ABI compatible with earlier versions, so special care needs to be taken when upgrading. Since v2.7, among the various bug fixes, several packages have been upgraded: Linux kernel based on 3.14.5, LXC 1.0.3, QEMU 2.0.0, Asterisk 12.3.0, OpenSSH 6.6p1, OpenJDK 7, Varnish 4.0.0. Some of the desktop applications that got upgraded and are available for 3.0: X.Org Server 1.15.1, Firefox 29.0.1, Gnumeric 1.12.8, Evince 3.12, VLC 2.1.4, Inkscape 0.48.4, GIMP 2.8.10. A port for ARM has been created, but it is still experimental and not included in release builds. About Alpine Linux Alpine Linux is a community developed operating system designed for x86 routers, firewalls, VPNs, VoIP boxes and servers. It was designed with security in mind; it has proactive security features like PaX and SSP that prevent security holes in the software to be exploited. The C library used is musl and the base tools are all in BusyBox. Those are normally found in embedded systems and are smaller than the tools found in GNU/Linux systems. Distribution Name Alpine Linux Version 3.0.0 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 290 MB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://alpinelinux.org/release-3.0.0

DragonFly BSD 3.8.0 is a new version of the UNIX-like operating system created in 2003 by Matthew Dillon as a fork of FreeBSD 4.8. DragonFly release 3.8. Big-ticket items: dynamic binaries in the root file system; DragonFly binaries in /bin and /sbin are now dynamic, which makes it possible to use current identification and authentication technologies such as PAM and NSS to manage user accounts; some libraries have been moved to /lib to support this; USB4BSD is now default in DragonFly, USB3 devices are supported, though some network devices may not be recognized; the drm/i915 driver had originally been ported from FreeBSD, an ongoing synchronization work with the version present in the Linux 3.8 branch is now going on. About DragonFly DragonFly is an operating system and environment designed to be the logical continuation of the FreeBSD-4.x OS series. These operating systems belong in the same class as Linux in that they are based on UNIX ideals and APIs. DragonFly is a fork in the path, so to speak, giving the BSD base an opportunity to grow in an entirely new direction from the one taken in the FreeBSD-5 series. Distribution Name DragonFly Version 3.8.0 Architecture x86_64 Number of Media 1 Size 199 MB Media Type CD Software Type Linux http://www.dragonflybsd.org/release38/

Salix 14.1 "MATE" edition is a Slackware-based distribution featuring the MATE 1.8 desktop environment. Salix MATE 14.1, built around the latest MATE 1.8 desktop environment comes to follow up with that. The MATE desktop environment brings a familiar and user-friendly approach to the desktop, with sane defaults and a great selection of application bundled with it. Included in this release, alongside the MATE desktop applications like the Caja file manager, the MATE Control Center and all the MATE panel applets and utilities, is the latest Firefox ESR browser, the LibreOffice suite, GIMP, the ClawsMail e-mail client, the Transmission torrent client... About Salix Salix is a Slackware-based Linux distribution that is simple, fast, easy to use and compatible with Slackware Linux. Optimised for desktop use, Salix OS features one application per task, custom package repositories, advanced package management with dependency support, localised system administration tools and innovative artwork. Distribution Name Salix OS Version 14.1 Architecture x64 Number of Media 1 Size 754 MB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://forum.salixos.org/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=5415

Linux Mint 17 64bit Mate DVD featuring the Mate Edition. Linux Mint 17 is a long-term support release which will be supported until 2019. It comes with updated software and brings refinements and many new features to make your desktop even more comfortable to use. The Update manager has been hugely improved. It shows more information, it looks better, it feels faster, and it gets less in your way. It no longer needs to reload itself in root mode when you click on it. It no longer checks for an Internet connection or waits for the network manager and it no longer locks the APT cache at session startup. The UI has been improved, the icons were modified a bit and the changelog retrieval is now much faster and more reliable. About Linux Mint Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based distribution whose goal is to provide a more complete out-of-the-box experience by including browser plugins, media codecs, support for DVD playback, Java and other components. It also adds a custom desktop and menus, several unique configuration tools, and a web-based package installation interface. Linux Mint is compatible with Ubuntu software repositories. Code Name Qiana Distribution Name Linux Mint Version 17 Architecture 64bit Number of Media 1 Size 1.2 GB Media Type DVD Software Type Linux http://blog.linuxmint.com/?p=2627