Kali Linux adds six security tools in its 2026.3 release

First reported by BleepingComputer at · Updated · 2 sources

The distribution's third update of 2026 brings desktop improvements and refreshed image-building scripts alongside its new security tools. According to Cyber Security News, the release arrived on October 26 with 126 package updates, Linux kernel 7.1.5 and KDE Plasma 6.7, as well as extensive Kali NetHunter changes.

Covered by 2 publishers within an hour of the first report.

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BleepingComputer Kali Linux 2026.3 released with 7 new tools, desktop updates · Sergiu Gatlan