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Installing OpenVAS on Kali Linux

OpenVAS is a vulnerability scanning and management framework included in the Greenbone Vulnerability Management suite, often pre-installed on Kali Linux. The document outlines the steps to install, set up, and run OpenVAS, including accessing its web interface and updating vulnerability tests. Additional notes emphasize keeping Kali Linux updated and refer to official documentation for advanced usage.

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Installing OpenVAS on Kali Linux

OpenVAS is a vulnerability scanning and management framework included in the Greenbone Vulnerability Management suite, often pre-installed on Kali Linux. The document outlines the steps to install, set up, and run OpenVAS, including accessing its web interface and updating vulnerability tests. Additional notes emphasize keeping Kali Linux updated and refer to official documentation for advanced usage.

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OpenVAS (Open Vulnerability Assessment System) is a framework for vulnerability scanning and

management. It is part of the Greenbone Vulnerability Management (GVM) suite. If you're using Kali
Linux, OpenVAS is often included as part of the default installation, or it can be installed from the
repositories. Below are the steps to set up and run OpenVAS on Kali:

### Steps to OpenVAS on Kali Linux:

1. **Install OpenVAS** (if not already installed):


Open a terminal and run the following command to install the necessary packages:
```bash
sudo apt update
sudo apt install openvas
```

2. **Set up OpenVAS**:
After installation, you need to set up OpenVAS. Run the setup command:
```bash
sudo gvm-setup
```
This command initializes the OpenVAS database and configures the services.

3. **Start OpenVAS services**:


You can start the OpenVAS services using:
```bash
sudo gvm-start
```

4. **Access the OpenVAS Web Interface**:


Once the services are running, you can access the OpenVAS web interface, usually through the
following URL:
```
[Link]
```
- You may need to accept a self-signed SSL certificate if prompted.
- Log in with the default credentials, which are typically set during the `gvm-setup` process. You can
create a new user as well.

5. **Update the NVT Feed**:


To ensure you have the latest vulnerability tests, you might want to update the Network Vulnerability
Tests (NVT) feed:
```bash
sudo gvm-feed-update
```

6. **Perform a Scan**:
After logging in to the web interface, you can set up and run scans against target systems.
### Additional Notes:
- Always ensure your Kali Linux is up to date before installing new software.
- For detailed configuration and advanced usage, refer to the official [Greenbone documentation]
([Link]
- OpenVAS can be resource-intensive; ensure your system meets the recommended hardware
requirements.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully open and use OpenVAS on Kali Linu

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