BlackArch Linux is a Linux pentesting distribution based on ArchLinux. If you’re not familiar with ArchLinux, or Linux in general, we strongly suggest you avoid BlackArch due to the learning curve for new users.
You must first get an ISO on the downloads page and install it by following the instructions of the installation script. You can find a installation guide to show the step by step process. If you encounter any problems and need help, the best place to ask is our Matrix channel.
BlackArch is constantly being updated and offers the latest packages available on Github. We release a new ISO four times a year (quarterly). These new images contain packages that are up to date, and usually include bug fixes. If you find any package that is outdated and wish to see it up to date, please report it as an issue on our Github repository.
By simply running pacman -Syu --needed --overwrite='*' blackarch
. This command requires root privileges.
It could happen for a wide range of reasons. Below you will find a few suggestions.
pgp.mit.edu
accordingly. Please check your DNS settings (pgp.mit.edu
works best with 8.8.8.8
DNS Server).mit.edu.server
e.g. firewall.strap.sh
again.pacman -Sy && pacman -S archlinux-keyring blackarch-keyring
After testing al lthe items described above, if you stil have problems using strap.sh
, try the options below:
1st option:
rm -rf /etc/pacman.d/gnupg
pacman-key --init
pacman-key --populate archlinux blackarch
pacman-key --update --keyserver keyserver.ubuntu.com
2nd option:
You could try to change to pgp.mit.edu’s IP address using the following command:
nslookup pgp.mit.edu | awk '/^Name:/ {N=$2}; /^Address:/ {A=$2}; END {print A}'
then run:
curl -O https://blackarch.org/strap.sh
chmod -x strap.sh
sha1sum strap.sh
sh strap.sh
3rd option:
You could try to temporarily switch to another mirror:
sudoedit /etc/pacman.d/blacakrch-mirrorlist
It’s very important to follow the suggestions above as well as checking the ArchLinux Wiki to assist you as needed. If you still encounter any problems; pay us a visit at #BlackArch.
4th option:
Easiest Option Update the Arch Linux and BlackArch Linux keyrings which will refresh all the keys and automatically resolve curruption.
pacman -S archlinux-keyring blackarch-keyring && pacman -Syu
Depending on the problem you’re facing, you can visit our Github and submit an issue on our issue page, such as:
You can also take some time to browse our other repositories.
If you still cannot find a solution to your problem, visit our Matrix channel and ask for help. But please be advised, BlackArch users are in different parts of the globe (different time zones). Therefor, be patient. Ask your question clearly and wait for a reply.
BlackArch Linux is a huge project, we are adding new applications and features everyday.
If you would like to help us with anything, visit our Matrix channel. Just remember to wait for a reply, we are in different time zones.
Checkout the troubleshooting for more solutions to common problems.