Kali Linux

by Kali Linuxv1.13.1.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Kali Linux is a Debian-derived Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id OffSec.KaliLinux --exact --version 1.13.1.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Kali Linux

Kali Linux uses MSIX. The silent install switches are (no switches needed).

One-line silent install (x64)

Add-AppxPackage -Path .\installer.msix

See the full silent install reference for Kali Linux →

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Installers · v1.13.1.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	MSIX	-		Direct
arm64	MSIX	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for Kali Linux.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Kali Linux on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id OffSec.KaliLinux --exact --version 1.13.1.0. winget downloads the installer from Kali Linux and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Kali Linux silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id OffSec.KaliLinux --exact 1.13.1.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Kali Linux?

Kali Linux uses MSIX. MSIX packages install silently by default - no switches are needed (Add-AppxPackage -Path .\installer.msix).

How do I uninstall Kali Linux via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id OffSec.KaliLinux --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Kali Linux's Apps & Features entry.

Is Kali Linux free?

Kali Linux is distributed under Freeware. Refer to the publisher (https://www.kali.org/docs/wsl/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Kali Linux work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Kali Linux directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Kali Linux up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id OffSec.KaliLinux --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of Kali Linux from microsoft/winget-pkgs.