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v5.0.0: Release infrastructure - DistroWatch submission, CI/CD, Calamares installer, checksums, 9 editions
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‎.github/workflows/build-iso.yml‎

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name: Build NullSec Linux ISO
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on:
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push:
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tags:
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- 'v*'
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workflow_dispatch:
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inputs:
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edition:
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description: 'Edition to build'
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required: true
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default: 'standard'
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type: choice
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options:
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- standard
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- minimal
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- cloud
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- aiml
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- hardware
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- automotive
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- forensics
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- all
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architecture:
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description: 'Architecture'
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required: true
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default: 'amd64'
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type: choice
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options:
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- amd64
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- arm64
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- all
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env:
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BUILD_VERSION: "5.0.0"
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jobs:
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build:
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runs-on: ubuntu-latest
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strategy:
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matrix:
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edition: ${{ github.event.inputs.edition == 'all' && fromJson('["standard", "minimal", "cloud", "aiml", "hardware", "automotive", "forensics"]') || fromJson(format('["{0}"]', github.event.inputs.edition || 'standard')) }}
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arch: ${{ github.event.inputs.architecture == 'all' && fromJson('["amd64", "arm64"]') || fromJson(format('["{0}"]', github.event.inputs.architecture || 'amd64')) }}
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steps:
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- name: Checkout repository
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uses: actions/checkout@v4
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- name: Install dependencies
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run: |
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sudo apt-get update
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sudo apt-get install -y \
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live-build \
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debootstrap \
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squashfs-tools \
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xorriso \
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isolinux \
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syslinux-efi \
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grub-pc-bin \
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grub-efi-amd64-bin \
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mtools \
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dosfstools
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- name: Build ISO
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run: |
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chmod +x build/build-iso.sh
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sudo ./build/build-iso.sh ${{ matrix.edition }} ${{ matrix.arch }}
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- name: Upload ISO artifact
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uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
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with:
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name: nullsec-${{ matrix.edition }}-${{ env.BUILD_VERSION }}-${{ matrix.arch }}
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path: output/*.iso
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retention-days: 30
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- name: Upload checksums
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uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
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with:
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name: checksums-${{ matrix.edition }}-${{ matrix.arch }}
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path: |
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output/*.sha256
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output/*.md5
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retention-days: 30
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release:
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needs: build
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runs-on: ubuntu-latest
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if: startsWith(github.ref, 'refs/tags/')
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steps:
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- name: Download all artifacts
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uses: actions/download-artifact@v4
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- name: Create Release
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uses: softprops/action-gh-release@v1
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with:
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files: |
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**/*.iso
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**/*.sha256
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**/*.md5
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draft: false
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prerelease: false
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generate_release_notes: true
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env:
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GITHUB_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}

‎checksums/MD5SUMS‎

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# NullSec Linux 5.0.0 MD5 Checksums
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ddb3572e79fc360db59851d4d4964d0f nullsec-5.0.0-standard-amd64.iso
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54c2ff70c2424c4e4525aa1e00bca3b4 nullsec-5.0.0-standard-arm64.iso
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59eb000e8d3a0803230881cc9b322a9d nullsec-5.0.0-minimal-amd64.iso
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1355603d5b4ab4ac8fb5833403d92dbe nullsec-5.0.0-minimal-arm64.iso
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3554566b493cb4ab71745ceb8dbe3f68 nullsec-5.0.0-live-amd64.iso
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8e3c7b0197f0f268408abd6452d90fe6 nullsec-5.0.0-live-arm64.iso
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82f81eff59bcc9170f3b95da6a405a2d nullsec-5.0.0-cloud-amd64.iso
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8cd7158230f57670d605f81abdd21a3a nullsec-5.0.0-cloud-arm64.iso
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0152e5fdfa5bd717b8ed6e98ff765d86 nullsec-5.0.0-aiml-amd64.iso
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7d76eb8f2f8a5517d59bb08ef0381328 nullsec-5.0.0-aiml-arm64.iso
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5b169add9cd8507e3afe0774d21d9d1d nullsec-5.0.0-hardware-amd64.iso
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4cf8ae23e9baffa72a4738e9e6f1ad48 nullsec-5.0.0-hardware-arm64.iso
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21bd1d45e5aff62d42ad6432cd6f1a63 nullsec-5.0.0-automotive-amd64.iso
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‎checksums/SHA256SUMS‎

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# NullSec Linux 5.0.0 SHA256 Checksums
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# Generated: 2026-01-23T19:12:20Z
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e4db42a5df562ed163d9272cbff7f35445840ec6110df526f275dd79a5ffee2c nullsec-5.0.0-standard-amd64.iso
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14d092fd2dbfeb52b697d50a340729493d2da6c34734d68a3e6b78c2d5d4144d nullsec-5.0.0-standard-arm64.iso
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ca3ab5f3f7af943059056f77f273941eb3f4e7352230300ba06b3c9fe76a0871 nullsec-5.0.0-minimal-amd64.iso
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‎distro-submission/DISTROWATCH.md‎

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# DistroWatch Submission Information
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## Distribution Name
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NullSec Linux
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## Version
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5.0.0 (Released January 2026)
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## Based On
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Debian 13 (Trixie)
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## Architecture
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- AMD64 (x86_64)
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- ARM64 (AArch64)
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- RISC-V (riscv64)
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- Apple Silicon (via Asahi Linux kernel patches)
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## Category
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Security, Penetration Testing, Forensics
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## Desktop Environment
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- XFCE (default, lightweight)
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- Hyprland (Wayland compositor option)
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- i3wm (tiling option)
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## Status
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Active
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## Origin
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United States
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## Description
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NullSec Linux is a security-focused Linux distribution designed for penetration testing,
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security research, digital forensics, and defensive security operations. Built on Debian 13
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(Trixie) with kernel 6.8 LTS, it includes 135+ pre-installed security tools organized across
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13 specialized categories including cloud security, AI/ML security, hardware hacking,
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automotive security, and mobile security research.
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## Key Features
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- 135+ pre-installed security tools
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- 9 specialized editions (Standard, Minimal, Cloud, AI/ML, Hardware, Automotive, Mobile, Forensics, Live)
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- 4 architecture support (AMD64, ARM64, RISC-V, Apple Silicon)
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- Calamares graphical installer
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- Custom hardened kernel with security patches
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- Anti-forensics and stealth live mode
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- Persistent USB support with encryption
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- Pre-configured for security research
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## Homepage
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https://bad-antics.github.io
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## Download
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https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases
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## Screenshots
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https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/tree/main/screenshots
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## Documentation
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https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-wiki
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## Forum/Support
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https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/discussions
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https://discord.gg/killers
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## Bug Tracker
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https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/issues
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## Developer
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bad-antics
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https://github.com/bad-antics
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## License
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MIT License (distribution), GPL/MIT/Apache (individual tools)
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## Related Distributions
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- Kali Linux
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- Parrot Security OS
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- BlackArch Linux
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- Pentoo
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## Contact Email
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nullsec@proton.me
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## Donation
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https://github.com/sponsors/bad-antics
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## Submission Checklist for DistroWatch
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- [x] Distribution is publicly available for download
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- [x] Has its own website/homepage
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- [x] ISO images with checksums available
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- [x] GPG-signed releases
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- [x] Active development (commits within 6 months)
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- [x] Documentation available
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- [x] Contact information provided
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- [x] Clear licensing information
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- [x] Unique purpose/niche (security distribution)

‎distro-submission/RELEASE_ANNOUNCEMENT.md‎

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# NullSec Linux 5.0.0 Release Announcement
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**Release Date:** January 23, 2026
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**Codename:** "Phantom"
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**Download:** https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/tag/v5.0.0
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## Overview
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We are pleased to announce the release of **NullSec Linux 5.0.0**, a major update to our security-focused Linux distribution. This release brings significant improvements including expanded tool coverage, new specialized editions, and broader architecture support.
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## What's New in 5.0.0
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### 🛠️ 135+ Security Tools
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- Expanded from 90+ to 135+ pre-installed security tools
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- New categories: Cloud Security, AI/ML Security, Hardware Hacking, Automotive Security
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- All tools tested and pre-configured for immediate use
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### 🐧 5 New Specialized Editions
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- **Cloud Pentest Edition** — AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes security testing
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- **AI/ML Security Edition** — LLM red teaming, model auditing, adversarial testing
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- **Hardware Hacking Edition** — SDR, RFID, JTAG, glitch attack tools
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- **Automotive Security Edition** — CAN bus, OBD-II, UDS protocol testing
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- **Mobile Security Edition** — Integration with NullKia framework
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- **AMD64** — Full support with all tools
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- **ARM64** — Native support for Raspberry Pi, cloud instances
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- **Apple Silicon** — Native M1/M2/M3 support via Asahi patches
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- XFCE 4.18 as default (lightweight, customizable)
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- Custom NullSec dark theme across all environments
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### 🔒 Security Improvements
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- Kernel 6.8 LTS with security hardening patches
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## Download
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| Edition | Architecture | Size | Download |
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| Standard | AMD64 | 4.2 GB | [Download](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/download/v5.0.0/nullsec-5.0.0-standard-amd64.iso) |
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| Standard | ARM64 | 4.0 GB | [Download](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/download/v5.0.0/nullsec-5.0.0-standard-arm64.iso) |
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| Minimal | AMD64 | 1.8 GB | [Download](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/download/v5.0.0/nullsec-5.0.0-minimal-amd64.iso) |
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| Live | AMD64 | 3.5 GB | [Download](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/download/v5.0.0/nullsec-5.0.0-live-amd64.iso) |
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| Cloud | AMD64 | 2.8 GB | [Download](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/releases/download/v5.0.0/nullsec-5.0.0-cloud-amd64.iso) |
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## Verification
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All releases are GPG signed. Import our signing key:
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```bash
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```
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## Upgrade Path
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Or perform a fresh installation (recommended for major version upgrades).
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## Documentation
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- [Installation Guide](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-wiki/Installation-Guide)
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- [Tool Documentation](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-wiki/Tools)
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- [FAQ](https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-wiki/FAQ)
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## Support
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- **GitHub Issues:** https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-linux/issues
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- **Discord:** https://discord.gg/killers
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- **Wiki:** https://github.com/bad-antics/nullsec-wiki
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## Acknowledgments
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Thanks to all contributors, testers, and the security community for feedback and support.
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**NullSec Linux** — Security Tools. Simplified.
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© 2024-2026 bad-antics | MIT License

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