Kali is a framework that is used to complete a penetration test. However, the tester should never feel tied to the tools that have been installed by default or by the look and feel of the Kali desktop. By customizing Kali, a tester can increase the security of client data that is being collected and make it easier to do a penetration test.

Common customization made to Kali include the following:

• Resetting the root password
• Adding a non-root user
• Configuring network services and secure communications
• Adjusting network proxy settings
• Accessing the secure shell
• Speeding up Kali operations
• Sharing folders with MS Windows
• Creating encrypted folders