How To Install Kali Linux Purple 2023.1 on VirtualBox

Kali Linux Purple 2023.1 is a customized version of Kali Linux designed specifically for purple teaming, combining the skills and knowledge of red and blue teamers to improve overall security. Installing Kali Linux Purple on a virtual machine can be a great way to test and explore its features without affecting your main operating system. VirtualBox is a popular virtualization software that allows you to run multiple operating systems on a single computer, making it a great choice for installing Kali Linux Purple. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to install Kali Linux Purple 2023.1 on VirtualBox.

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Installation

Download VirtualBox:

Go to the VirtualBox website and download the appropriate version of VirtualBox for your operating system or click here to download VirtualBox.

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Download Kali Linux:

Go to the Kali Linux website and download the Kali Linux Purple ISO file or click here to download the Kali Linux Purple ISO file.

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Once you're done downloading Kali Purple ISO create a virtual machine.

Create a new virtual machine:

Open VirtualBox and click on "New" to create a new virtual machine.

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Give it a name, and select "Linux" as the type and "Debian (64-bit) or Ubuntu (64-bit)" as the version.

 Mount Kali Linux Purple ISO: On the ISO Image click on the down arrow and select "others",   Navigate to the Kali Linux Purple ISO file you downloaded and select it.

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Allocate resources:

Choose the amount of RAM and CPU cores you want to allocate to the virtual machine. I recommend allocating at least 2GB of RAM and 2 CPU cores.

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Create a virtual hard drive:

Choose "Create a virtual hard drive now" and Allocate at least 20GB of hard drive space for the virtual machine. click "Next."

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Now it will show the Summary of your configuration. Click "Finish."

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Start the virtual machine:

Click "Start" to start the virtual machine.

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Begin installation:

Kali Linux Purple should boot up from the ISO file.

Once it boots select "Graphical install" and hit Enter.

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Choose your respective language and click on "Continue"

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Select your location and click on "Continue"

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Select your keyboard and click on "Continue"

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It will take some time

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On this screen enter your Hostname and click on "Continue"

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You can skip this Domain name setup it has no effect on installation.

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On this screen create your new user, Enter the user name, and click on "Continue"

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Set the root password for the user you just created, be sure to set a strong password for the root user. and click on "Continue"

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Select your time zone and click on "Continue"

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On the Partition disks section if you are a beginner select "use entire disk" or else you can set up the partitions. and click on "Continue"

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Click on "Continue"

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Select "All files in one partition" and click on "Continue"

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Select "Finish partitioning and write changes to disk" and click on "Continue"

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Select "Yes" and click on "Continue"

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It will take some time to install so, just wait for it.

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Leave everything to default and click on "Continue" It will start the installation.

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The installation will take several minutes

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On the GRUB boot loader select "Yes" and click on "Continue"

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Select your disk and click on "Continue"

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Finishing installation:

Once the installation is complete click on "Continue" and your Virtual Machine will restart.

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After the restart, you will get the Kali Linux Purple Login screen Login with the user ID and password that you created. 

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Congratulations, you have successfully installed Kali Linux Purple in VirtualBox!


If you have any doubts about the installation process or any other doubts Comment below.

Some of the additional tools and configurations in Kali Linux Purple include:

Improved collaboration tools
Red team automation frameworks
Threat intelligence gathering and analysis tools
Exploit and vulnerability databases
Purple team-focused report templates
Kali Linux Purple is designed for professional security testing and assessment and is often used by cybersecurity professionals and organizations for penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and other security testing purposes.

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FAQs

Q: What is Kali Linux Purple?
A: Kali Linux Purple is a customized version of Kali Linux, a popular Debian-based Linux distribution used for penetration testing and ethical hacking. It is designed specifically for use in purple teaming, which involves combining the skills and knowledge of red teamers (attackers) and blue teamers (defenders) to improve overall security.

Q: What makes Kali Linux Purple different from Kali Linux?
A: Kali Linux Purple includes additional tools and configurations that are specifically tailored for purple teaming, such as a pre-configured environment for the MITRE ATT&CK framework, a tool for generating and managing attack plans and a suite of tools for network analysis and monitoring.

Q: Is Kali Linux Purple free to use?
A: Yes, Kali Linux Purple is free and open-source software, just like Kali Linux.

Q: Can I use Kali Linux Purple for ethical hacking?
A: Yes, Kali Linux Purple is designed for use in penetration testing and ethical hacking, just like Kali Linux.

Q: Can I install Kali Linux Purple on my computer?
A: Yes, Kali Linux Purple can be installed on a computer in the same way as Kali Linux. However, it is recommended that you have experience with Linux and penetration testing before attempting to use Kali Linux Purple.

Q: Is Kali Linux Purple legal to use?
A: Yes, Kali Linux Purple is legal to use for legitimate purposes, such as penetration testing and ethical hacking. However, it is important to use it responsibly and ethically and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Q: Is Kali Linux Purple suitable for beginners?
A: Kali Linux Purple is designed for use by experienced penetration testers and security professionals, and may not be suitable for beginners. It is recommended that beginners start with Kali Linux or another beginner-friendly Linux distribution before attempting to use Kali Linux Purple.

Q: Where can I get help with Kali Linux Purple?
A: The Kali Linux community provides support and documentation for Kali Linux Purple, and there are many online forums and resources available for users. However, it is important to remember that Kali Linux Purple is a specialized tool and may require advanced knowledge to use it effectively.

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