Kali Linux NetHunter Android install in 5 minutes (rootless)

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Kali Linux NetHunter on your Android device without rooting it. This rootless install allows you to run Kali NetHunter as an app, making it accessible and easy to use for various penetration testing tasks. Follow these steps to set it up in just five minutes.

Step 1: Install Termux

1. Open the Google Play Store or F-Droid on your Android device.
2. Search for "Termux" and install the application.

Step 2: Update Repositories

1. Launch the Termux app.
2. Update the package repository by running the command:

   pkg update && pkg upgrade
   

Step 3: Install wget

1. In Termux, install wget by executing:

   pkg install wget
   

Step 4: Download Kali NetHunter

1. Use wget to download the Kali NetHunter installation script:

   wget https://github.com/OffensiveSecurity/kali-nethunter/archive/refs/heads/master.zip
   

   (Replace the URL with the latest version if needed.)

Step 5: Change Permissions

1. Unzip the downloaded file:

   unzip master.zip
   

2. Navigate to the unzipped directory:

   cd kali-nethunter-master
   

3. Change the permissions to make the scripts executable:

   chmod +x install-nethunter.sh
   

Step 6: Install NetHunter

1. Run the installation script:

   ./install-nethunter.sh
   

2. Follow any on-screen prompts and wait for the installation to complete.

Step 7: Start Kali NetHunter CLI and nmap Scan

1. After installation, start the Kali NetHunter command-line interface by running:

   nethunter
   

2. To perform an nmap scan, use:

   nmap <target>
   

   (Replace <target> with the IP address or hostname you want to scan.)

Step 8: Set Kex Password

1. Set a password for the Kex (Kali Desktop) session by running:

   kex passwd
   

Step 9: Install NetHunter Store App and Kex

1. Install the NetHunter Store app to access various tools and features.
2. After installation, you can run Kex for a graphical interface by executing:

   kex
   

Step 10: Running Kex for NetHunter GUI

1. Launch the Kex service to access the graphical user interface.
2. Follow the instructions provided in the terminal to connect to Kex.

Step 11: Perform nmap Scan via Kali Terminal

1. Open the Kali terminal within the NetHunter environment.
2. Execute your nmap commands as needed for network scanning.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Kali Linux NetHunter on your Android device without rooting it. You can now use various tools available in NetHunter for penetration testing and security assessments. For troubleshooting, refer to the PDF instructions linked in the description. Enjoy exploring the capabilities of Kali NetHunter!