Choose the Kioptrix virtual machine you need, then follow the setup guide. Older /dlvm/ links may bring you here because the archives are now available through external VulnHub mirrors.
New to Kioptrix? Start with Level 1: download and setup. This page contains download and setup information; solutions are linked separately.
Need a learning plan? Follow the seven-session beginner roadmap. If the image will not open, use the VMX, VMDK and appliance import checklist.
Kioptrix Level 1 (#1)
Kioptrix_Level_1.rar · 186 MB · VMware files
Download Level 1 — VulnHub mirror
Release details and checksums · Step-by-step setup guide
Kioptrix Level 2 — Level 1.1 (#2)
The updated archive is Kioptrix_Level_2-update.rar (406 MB). Older links use Kioptrix_Level_2.rar; use the updated release listed by VulnHub.
Download Level 2 — VulnHub mirror
Release notes, file details and checksums
Kioptrix Level 3 — Level 1.2 (#3)
Looking for KVM3.rar? Open the Level 3 guide for the download and preparation steps.
Level 3 download and setup guide
VulnHub release details
Kioptrix Level 4 — Level 1.3 (#4)
Choose the archive for your virtualization software. These are separate VM packages.
- Download VMware package — 208 MB (
Kioptrix4_vmware.rar) - Download Hyper-V package — 210 MB (
Kioptrix4_Hyper_v.rar)
Level 4 release details and checksums
Kioptrix 2014 (#5)
kiop2014.tar.bz2 · 787 MB. The release page also lists compatibility notes and a small fix archive; review those if your virtualization software cannot open the VM.
Download Kioptrix 2014 — VulnHub mirror
Release notes, fixes and checksums
Before starting a lab
These machines are intentionally vulnerable. Use only an isolated practice network you control. Keep them separate from your everyday devices, personal data and public networks. Check the VulnHub safety guidance before starting.
Extract the complete archive, keep its files together and check compatibility with your virtualization software. If a mirror is unavailable, use the corresponding release page above to find its current download options. Downloads are hosted by VulnHub, not by this website.
Continue learning
- Level 1 for beginners — plan your first practice session.
- Essential Kali Linux tools — understand the tools used in the lab.
- Level 1 walkthrough — contains solution spoilers; consult it when you want help.