KALI LINUX
Kali Linux is an open-source, Debian-based Linux distribution focused on advanced penetration testing, digital forensics, and security auditing, maintained and funded by Offensive Security. It provides a curated collection of security tools and environments used by cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and researchers. Offensive Security monetizes Kali Linux indirectly through related training, certifications, and security services rather than selling the distribution itself.
- Application & Code Security
- Cybersecurity Services
- Revenue
- $40.0M
- Employees
- 250
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- New York City, United States of America
What 11 Arbolus experts think of KALI LINUX
NPS scores are overwhelmingly positive, with most experts reporting scores of 9 or 10. Renewal intent is high where measured, especially for roles deeply embedded in security operations, while some IT audit stakeholders remain unsure. Stickiness is reflected in sustained multi-year adoption among the majority. Qualitative feedback consistently highlights the platform's breadth of tools, operational reliability, and strong community. Occasional pain points around usability, dependency management, and enterprise readiness temper enthusiasm but do not undermine core value. Overall Customer Sentiment: Positive
Who reviewed KALI LINUX
- C-Suite 60% (7)
- Director 20% (2)
- Manager 20% (2)
Employer names and spend open in the full report, along with the other 8 customers.
Everything 11 customers told us about KALI LINUX.
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Sentiment
90 Net Promoter Score, from 11 scored reviews- Promoters 10
- Passives 1
- Detractors 0
Cumulative NPS by month
+2 over 6 months- Sep 8
- Apr 9
- Jun 9
- Jul 9
- Aug 9
- Sep 10
Net Promoter Score across 2 reviews, accumulated up to each month. Category median 70 across 2 companies.
Praised
- Lifecycle Management and Usability Gains
- AI-Augmented Testing Workflows
- Enterprise Management and Stability
- Comprehensive Tool Ecosystem
Criticised
- Update Instability
- Steep Learning Curve
- Specialist Skills Burden
- Competing Solutions with AI Integration
What customers say
Renewal intent
Plan to renew 67%Plan to renew, by seniority
- 100% 2 answers
- 0% 1 answer
- 9/10 Average score from customers who will renew
- 9/10 Average score from undecided customers
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