How to install Wireshark in Kali Linux

Here is a quick guide to install and use Wireshark on Kali Linux:

  1. Install Wireshark:
sudo apt install wireshark
  1. Start Wireshark by running the following command:
wireshark
  1. Select the network interface you want to capture packets from in the Wireshark GUI.
  2. Start capturing packets by clicking the “Start” button in the Wireshark GUI.
  3. Analyze the captured packets using Wireshark’s various tools and features, such as filters, statistics, and graphs.
  4. Enjoy using Wireshark on Kali Linux for network analysis and troubleshooting!

Note: Running Wireshark as root is not recommended, as it may pose security risks. To run Wireshark without root privileges, add yourself to the “wireshark” group:

sudo usermod -a -G wireshark [username]

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