BackTrack 5 R1 is Based on Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Lucid Lynx). Kernel 2.6.39.4, patched with all relevant wireless injection patches. Fully open source and GPL compliant.
Overview
BackTrack is a Linux-based penetration testing arsenal that aids security professionals in the ability to perform assessments in a purely native environment dedicated to hacking. Regardless if you’re making BackTrack you Install BackTrack, boot it from a Live DVD or thumbdrive, the penetration distribution has been customized down to every package, kernel configuration, script and patch solely for the purpose of the penetration tester.
BackTrack is intended for all audiences from the most savvy security professionals to early newcomers to the information security field. BackTrack promotes a quick and easy way to find and update the largest database of security tools collection to-date. Our community of users range from skilled penetration testers in the information security field, government entities, information technology, security enthusiasts, and individuals new to the security community.
Key features of BackTrack 5 R1: (August 18th, 2011)
Here are some key features of BackTrack 5 R1:
- Based on Ubuntu 10.04 LTS
- Linux kernel 2.6.39.4 (with wireless injection patches)
- KDE 4.6
- GNOME 2.6
- 32-bit, 64-bit and ARM support
- Metasploit 3.7.0
- Forensics mode (a forensically sound instance)
- Stealth mode (without generating network traffic)
- Initial ARM image of BackTrack (for Android-powered devices)
- ...and many more!
How to download BackTrack 5 R1:
For more details about BackTrack 5 R1 please visit http://www.backtrack-linux.org/downloads/ webpage.
Note: HTTP downloads will be available from Aug 20th.
Source: BackTrack 5 R1 Is Available for Download
2 comments:
Is there a version for windows?
This better work for windows..
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