Overview
REMnux is a lightweight Linux distribution designed for malware analysis, reverse engineering, and incident response. It comes preinstalled with tools for analyzing malicious software, examining suspicious network activity, and dissecting malware behavior.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to install REMnux using two methods:
- As a Virtual Machine (VM) (Recommended)
- As a Standalone Installation on Ubuntu
Method 1: Installing REMnux as a Virtual Machine (Recommended)
Step 1: Download REMnux OVA File
- Head over to the official REMnux website: https://remnux.org/
- Download the OVA file (a prebuilt virtual appliance).
Step 2: Import into Virtualization Software
- Open VirtualBox or VMware Workstation.
- Click Import Appliance and select the downloaded OVA file.
- Follow the prompts to import and set up REMnux.
Step 3: Start and Configure REMnux
- Boot up your REMnux VM.
- Open a terminal and update using
remnux upgrade - Your REMnux setup is now ready for malware analysis!
Method 2: Installing REMnux on an Existing Ubuntu System
Step 1: Download and Run the Installer
If you prefer to install REMnux on top of Ubuntu, open a terminal and run:
wget https://remnux.org/remnux-cli
chmod +x remnux-cli
sudo ./remnux-cli install
Step 2: Follow the Installation Prompts
- The script will automatically install and configure REMnux tools.
- Once complete, reboot your system.
Conclusion
Whether you install REMnux as a VM or on an Ubuntu machine, it provides a robust environment for analyzing malware, investigating suspicious files, and responding to cyber threats.