cabextract
Microsoft Cabinet file unpacker
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TooluncategorizedredLinuxKali LinuxPlatforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026
Cabextract is a program which unpacks cabinet (.cab) files, which are a form of archive Microsoft uses to distribute their software and things like Windows Font Packs.
Only use this tool against systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test — see the disclaimer.
Getting started
Install on Kali Linux with `sudo apt install cabextract`. See the official Kali tool page linked above for full usage and configuration details.
