util-linux
Miscellaneous system utilities
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TooluncategorizedredLinuxKali LinuxPlatforms: Linux · Last verified September 6, 2026
This package contains a number of important utilities, most of which are oriented towards maintenance of your system. Some of the more important utilities included in this package allow you to view kernel messages, create new filesystems, view block device information, interface with real time clock, etc.
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 util-linux`. See the official Kali tool page and upstream homepage linked above for full usage and configuration details.
