How to Recover Forgotten Password in Kali Linux

Forgetting a password can be a common issue, but when it happens in an operating system like Kali Linux, known for its security features, the situation can seem particularly daunting. However, there are steps you can take to recover a forgotten password in Kali Linux.

One of the methods to recover a forgotten password in Kali Linux is by using the 'passwd' command in single-user mode. To do this, reboot your system and when the GRUB menu appears, select the 'Advanced options for Kali GNU/Linux' option. Then, choose the recovery mode option. In the recovery menu, select the 'root Drop to root shell prompt' option. This will give you root access to the system. You can then use the 'passwd' command to reset the password.

Another approach is to use a live Kali Linux USB to boot into the system without needing the password. Once you gain access to the system, you can find and modify the password files to reset the password.

It's important to note that these methods should only be used for legitimate purposes, such as recovering a password for your own system. Using these techniques for unauthorized access is illegal and unethical.