Damn Vulnerable Linux
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Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is a distribution of GNU/Linux geared toward computer security students. It functions as a tool for observing and studying vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel and popular user space software. It is available as a live DVD, and may be run through a virtual machine within any host operating system.[1]
History
DVL was created by Thorsten Schneider, the founder of the TeutoHack laboratory at Bielefeld University,[2] to use as a training system for his university lectures.
Design
DVL is a SLAX-based distribution, and uses the Slackware .tgz package management system.[3] It uses outdated versions of various software, to deliberately make it the most vulnerable operating system ever.[4][5]
DVL is distributed as a live CD, allowing it to be booted directly from the distribution medium without installation on a PC or within a virtual machine.[6]
See also
References
- ^ "Damn Vulnerable Linux". Retrieved October 31, 2010.
- ^ "The Most Vulnerable and Exploitable Operating System Ever? Damn Vulnerable Linux". Networkworld.com. 2010-09-13. Retrieved 2012-10-24.
- ^ "DistroWatch.com: Damn Vulnerable Linux". July 14, 2010. Retrieved October 31, 2010.
- ^ "Damn Vulnerable Linux – The Most Vulnerable OS Ever Created". Hardocp. 2010-07-18. Retrieved 2012-10-12.
- ^ "Damn Vulnerable Linux: [DVL]: WebGoat SQL Injection". Computersecuritystudent.com. Retrieved 2012-10-12.
- ^ "Damn Vulnerable Linux - The most vulnerable and exploitable operating system ever! – Tech Products & Geek News". Geek.com. 2010-07-17. Retrieved 2012-10-24.
External links
- Damn Vulnerable Linux – official website
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