Announcing RŌNIN: A Linux DFIR and PenTest Distribution

I am pleased to announce the release of a new DefendLink project entitled RŌNIN.

"From one thing, know ten thousand..." -Miyamoto Mushashi

RŌNIN is a free linux security distribution (based on Lubuntu) that provides a platform both for training and conducting professional data forensics, penetration testing, and incident response engagements.

The primary objective of RŌNIN is to offer a fast/lightweight  linux desktop that includes a curation of security tools and resources that are useful for security professionals, instructors, and students alike.



RŌNIN has three main design goals that support this objective

1. Enhance Continual Learning - RŌNIN brings a wide array of documentation, video lessons, and other online materials together in one distribution.  By coupling the best tools together with easy access to reference materials and training resources, this project promotes development of concepts, tools, and techniques from a common platform.

2. Process Driven Design- Professional security engagements are built around a well defined set of goals, limitations, and deliverables.  RŌNIN  reflects this reality by placing tools into process areas where they might reasonably be used. For DFIR work, the structure is built around a basic Collection, Analysis, and Reporting model, and for security evaluation the layout is built around the  Penetration Testing Execution Standard.

3. Complete Work Platform - While RŌNIN comes loaded with security tools, it also provides popular linux desktop applications to extend a viable primary work platform for information security professionals.

To learn more about the RŌNIN project visit our web-site and/or download the latest release.