raspberry-pi-zero-2w-kali-linux

📌 About the Project

This repository provides a step-by-step guide to installing and configuring Kali Linux on a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W.
The goal is to create a lightweight, portable, and affordable cybersecurity lab for ethical hacking, pentesting, and learning.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This project is for educational purposes only. Use it responsibly in controlled environments. The misuse of these tools may be illegal. The author is not responsible for any misuse of this project.

🚀 Features

• Step-by-step installation of Kali Linux ARM.
• Initial setup: SSH, VNC, and network configuration.
• Performance optimization for the Pi Zero 2 W.
• Installation of essential pentesting tools.
• Example use cases:
  • WiFi auditing (with external USB WiFi adapter).
  • Network scanning with nmap / masscan.
  • Lightweight honeypots.
  • Portable sniffer.
  • BadUSB (HID attacks).

Requirements

Hardware

• Raspberry PI Zero 2W

• Kingston Canvas Select Plus microSD Card, SDCS2/128GB Class 10 with SD Adapter, Lifetime Warranty with Manufacturer.

• OPTIONAL GeeekPi USB Dongle Expansion Card with Case for Raspberry Pi Zero/Zero W, both front and back sides can be inserted

• OPTIONAL GeeekPi for Raspberry Pi Zero/Zero W Box, with 20 Pin GPIO Header, OTG Cable, Switch Cable, HDMI Adapter, Heat Sink and Screwdriver (Transparent)

• Optional: External WiFi adapter with monitor mode support

Images

Software

• Raspberry Imager
• Kali Linux
• Cloud Init
• Netplan

Installation

• Install
• Config and update
• Login

Projects

• Install hotspot (TBD)