Linux-based operating system intentionally vulnerable for cybersecurity practice.
Checked October 2026.
Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is a Linux-based operating system that is intentionally vulnerable to security attacks, designed for practicing and learning cybersecurity techniques.
No core features are listed for this product yet, so check the vendor's documentation for the full feature list.
No integrations are listed for this product yet. Check the vendor's documentation, or ask the vendor which integrations and APIs it supports.
Common questions about Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL): features, pricing and alternatives.
Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is a product in the Cyber Range Training category. It covers Linux and Vulnerable Applications.
Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is free. Download and setup instructions are at https://www.computersecuritystudent.com/SECURITY_TOOLS/DVL/lesson1/.
Alternatives to Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) listed on CybersecTools:
Compare all Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) alternatives at https://cybersectools.com/alternatives/damn-vulnerable-linux-dvl
Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is available as on-premises software. It is listed for startups and small businesses. It is free.
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