Kali Linux 2025.4 is Here: AI Agents, The "Death" of HTTP Downloads, and Android 16 Hacking!
If you thought the end of 2025 was going to be quiet for the cybersecurity world, Offensive Security just dropped a massive reality check. Kali Linux 2025.4 has officially landed (as of Dec 12th), and it is not just a standard maintenance release. We are talking about AI-powered hacking tools , a controversial change to how you download the OS, and the final nail in the coffin for X11 on GNOME . Whether you are a Red Teamer , a student, or just a Linux enthusiast, here is everything you need to know about the final release of the year. 🔥 The Big Headlines 1. AI Enters the Chat: hexstrike-ai This is the feature everyone will be talking about. Kali 2025.4 introduces hexstrike-ai , an MCP server that effectively allows AI agents to autonomously run security tools . Why it matters: We are moving from "using tools" to "orchestrating agents." This acts as a bridge, letting LLMs ( Large Language Models ) interact directl...