Kali with WSL: Setup & TTP - Printable Version

Kali with WSL: Setup & TTP - Printable Version

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Kali with WSL: Setup & TTP - Tyr - Nov 24, 2024

KALI AND WSL: USEFUL GUIDE AND COMMANDS

1. Setting Up Kali Linux on WSL
- Install Kali Linux on WSL: Open PowerShell as Administrator and run:

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wsl --install -d kali-linux

- Update and Upgrade Kali Linux:

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sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

2. Installing Essential Tools
Many Kali tools are not pre-installed in WSL. Use `kali-linux-large` or install individual packages:
- Install the complete toolset:

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sudo apt install kali-linux-large

- Install specific tools (e.g., Nmap):

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sudo apt install nmap

3. Running GUI Tools
WSL supports GUI apps (Windows 11 or Windows 10 build 21364 or later).

- Install Wireshark:

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sudo apt install wireshark

- Run the GUI:

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wireshark

Enable root privileges for packet capture:

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sudo dpkg-reconfigure wireshark-common

sudo usermod -aG wireshark $USER

Restart your WSL session for changes to apply.

4. Examples of Common Tools

a. Nmap
Nmap is a network scanning tool.
- Scan a local network for active devices:

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sudo nmap -sn 192.168.1.0/24

- Identify open ports and services on a host:

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sudo nmap -sV 192.168.1.101

b. Metasploit Framework
Metasploit is a penetration testing framework.
- Install Metasploit:

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sudo apt install metasploit-framework

- Launch Metasploit:

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msfconsole

- Example: Exploit SMB:

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use exploit/windows/smb/ms17_010_eternalblue

set RHOSTS 192.168.1.102

run

c. Aircrack-ng
Aircrack-ng is used for Wi-Fi auditing.
- Install Aircrack-ng:

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sudo apt install aircrack-ng

- Capture handshake packets:

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sudo airodump-ng wlan0mon

d. Hydra
Hydra is a password-cracking tool.
- Install Hydra:

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sudo apt install hydra

- Brute-force SSH login:

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hydra -l admin -P /usr/share/wordlists/rockyou.txt ssh://192.168.1.103

e. Wireshark (CLI Version – Tshark)
Use Tshark for packet analysis when GUI is unavailable.
- Install Tshark:

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sudo apt install tshark

- Capture packets:

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sudo tshark -i eth0

f. SQLmap
SQLmap automates SQL injection testing.
- Install SQLmap:

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sudo apt install sqlmap

- Test a URL:

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sqlmap -u "http://example.com?id=1" --dbs

5. Enhancing the WSL Environment
- Access Windows file system:

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cd /mnt/c/

- Share scripts between systems via shared directories.
- Customize your shell with Zsh:

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sudo apt install zsh

sh -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ohmyzsh/ohmyzsh/master/tools/install.sh)"

6. Troubleshooting Tips
- Networking Issues: Restart WSL network interface:

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wsl --shutdown

wsl

- Running as Root: Use `sudo` for tools requiring root privileges.
- External Wi-Fi Adapters: Use USB adapters for tools like Aircrack-ng with Hyper-V.

7. Best Practices
- Use tools only with explicit permission.
- Regularly update WSL, Kali Linux, and tools.
- Keep logs for auditing during penetration testing.

With these examples, you can use Kali Linux tools through WSL effectively and ethically!