Kali Linux Undercover Modes

Disguise your desktop for stealth operations

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Windows Undercover Mode

Transform your Kali desktop into a Windows 10 lookalike. Perfect for working in public spaces where a Linux hacking distro might draw unwanted attention.

kali-undercover
  • Windows 10 themed wallpaper
  • Windows-style taskbar and start menu
  • Light theme color scheme
  • Modified terminal appearance
  • Toggle on/off with same command
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Halloween Mode

A spooky seasonal theme added in October 2025. Features creepy visuals and fun Easter eggs for the Halloween season.

kali-undercover --halloween
  • Spooky 4K Halloween wallpaper
  • ASCII skull terminal prompt
  • Custom shell colors
  • xfce4-eyes-plugin (eyes follow cursor!)
  • Halloween-themed Qt styling

Package Information

Package Name
kali-undercover
Halloween Added
v2025.4.0
Release Date
Oct 2025
Developer
Daniel Ruiz de Alegria

Pro Tips

Toggle Off: Run the same command again to restore your normal Kali desktop.

XFCE Only: Both modes only work on the XFCE desktop environment.

Update: Run sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade kali-undercover to get the latest version.