BashCore

BashCore is a custom Debian-based live ISO for security professionals, networking enthusiasts, and students. Minimalist and GUI-free, it relies entirely on Bash.

It provides a fresh environment on every boot, ideal for safe experimentation and learning. Lightweight and fast, it works smoothly on VirtualBox and low-resource systems.

Includes essential tools for penetration testing, network analysis, and diagnostics. Built with Debian live-build and distributed under the MIT license, it’s stable, efficient, and designed for practical use.

Also available:

- BashCoreX: with XFCE desktop, Firefox, Wireshark, and more.
- BashCoreT: CLI-only, based on Debian 13 “Trixie” with Kernel 6.12 + PREEMPT_RT.
- BashCoreTX: graphical edition based on Debian 13 “Trixie” with XFCE, Kernel 6.12, and GPU-ready pentest tools.
- BashCore Injector: transform Debian/Ubuntu installs into BashCore or BashCoreX with a single script.

Features

Minimalist Design
Lightweight and Fast
Curated Tools
Fresh Environment on Every Boot
Highly Customizable
Portable and Reliable

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License

MIT License

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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers, Education

User Interface

Command-line, Console/Terminal

Programming Language

Perl, Python, Ruby

Related Categories

Python Penetration Testing Tool, Python Live USB Distro, Perl Penetration Testing Tool, Perl Live USB Distro, Ruby Penetration Testing Tool, Ruby Live USB Distro

Registered

2025-01-12

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