OnixOS Security is an x86_64 live image with an XFCE desktop and a package selection for security analysis, network inspection and penetration-testing work. Its README describes a Dracula-based dark desktop with OnixOS branding. Use tools only on systems and networks you are authorized to assess.
| Property | Current source value |
|---|---|
| Profile source | OnixOS profile group · Security project |
| Package list | packages.x86_64, 133 non-comment entries |
| Declared architecture | x86_64 in the checked-in package list and profile definition |
| Live boot entries | BIOS Syslinux and UEFI systemd-boot |
| Desktop | XFCE |
| Primary installer | calamares-onix |
| Fallback | archinstall |
| Default kernel package | Arch linux |
The manifest adds tools such as nmap, tcpdump, wireshark-qt, masscan, john, hashcat, aircrack-ng, metasploit, sqlmap, gobuster, burpsuite, zaproxy, tor and supporting wordlists and utilities. It also enables a BlackArch repository section in its profile pacman.conf; read the repository guide before adding or changing repository entries.
Live-session persistence
The profile README documents an optional persistent USB setup: create a separate writable ext4 partition on the USB drive, label it ONIX-PERSIST, and select OnixOS Security persistent USB from the BIOS/UEFI menu. Changes are stored under onix-security/x86_64 on that partition. Without it, use the standard non-persistent entry. Back up the USB first and confirm the partition is on the intended removable device.
Profile-specific details come from the Security profile source. The live image’s current architecture is not a guarantee that every listed tool has a build for other targets.