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NullSec Linux - DistroWatch Submission

Distribution Summary

Field Value
Name NullSec Linux
Version 5.0.0
Based on Debian 13 (Trixie)
Architecture amd64, arm64, riscv64
Desktop Xfce 4.18
Category Security, Penetration Testing, Forensics
Status Active
Origin International
Website https://bad-antics.github.io
Download https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases

Description

NullSec Linux is a security-focused Linux distribution based on Debian 13 (Trixie) designed for penetration testing, digital forensics, security research, and ethical hacking. It features 135+ pre-installed security tools across 13 specialized categories including cloud security, AI/ML security, hardware hacking, and automotive security.

Key Features

  • 135+ Security Tools: Comprehensive toolkit for all security domains
  • 9 Specialized Editions: Standard, Minimal, Cloud, AI/ML, Hardware, Automotive, Forensics, Mobile, Live
  • Multi-Architecture: AMD64, ARM64, RISC-V support
  • Modern Stack: Kernel 6.8 LTS, Debian 13 base, Wayland + Hyprland
  • NullKia Integration: Mobile security framework with 18 manufacturer support
  • Custom Tooling: NullSec proprietary security tools in 15+ languages

Editions

Edition Description Size
Standard Full security distribution with all tools ~4.5 GB
Minimal Lightweight core security tools ~2.0 GB
Cloud AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes security ~3.5 GB
AI/ML Machine learning security research ~5.0 GB
Hardware SDR, RFID, CAN bus, JTAG tools ~3.5 GB
Automotive Vehicle security testing ~3.0 GB
Forensics Digital forensics and incident response ~4.0 GB
Live RAM-only stealth mode ~2.8 GB

System Requirements

Minimum

  • CPU: 64-bit processor (x86_64/amd64)
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage: 20 GB
  • Graphics: VGA compatible

Recommended

  • CPU: Multi-core 64-bit processor
  • RAM: 8 GB or more
  • Storage: 100 GB SSD
  • Graphics: Hardware acceleration

Default Credentials

  • Username: nullsec
  • Password: nullsec

Contact Information

Screenshots

Screenshots available at: https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/tree/main/screenshots

Changelog

Version 5.0.0 (January 2026)

  • Upgraded to Debian 13 (Trixie) base
  • Kernel 6.8 LTS
  • Added 25 new security tools
  • New specialized editions: Cloud, AI/ML, Hardware, Automotive
  • Multi-architecture support (AMD64, ARM64, RISC-V)
  • Integrated NullKia v3.0 mobile security framework
  • Wayland + Hyprland compositor support

Version 4.0.0 (2025)

  • 90+ security tools
  • Debian 12 base
  • Xfce 4.16 desktop
  • Initial release

License

  • Distribution: Open Source (Various licenses)
  • Custom Tools: MIT License

Mirrors

  • Primary: GitHub Releases
  • Torrent: Available for all editions
  • SourceForge: Mirror available

Submitted for DistroWatch inclusion Last updated: January 2026

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