Install LAMP Stack
Before installing WordPress, you need to set up a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack on your Kali Linux system. This stack provides the necessary environment to run WordPress. Follow these steps to install the LAMP stack:
Install Apache:
Open a terminal and type the following command to install Apache:
sudo apt install apache2
installing apache2 in kali linux
After installation, start the Apache service and enable it to start on boot:
sudo systemctl start apache2
sudo systemctl enable apache2
starting and enabling apache2 service
Install MySQL:
Install MySQL server by running the following command:
sudo apt install mysql-server
During the installation, you will be prompted to set a root password for MySQL. Make sure to choose a strong password and remember it.
Secure MySQL Installation:
Run the MySQL security script to secure your MySQL installation:
sudo mysql_secure_installation
Follow the on-screen instructions and answer the questions accordingly.
Install PHP:
Install PHP and necessary PHP modules for WordPress:
sudo apt install php php-mysql php-curl php-gd php-mbstring php-xml php-xmlrpc php-soap php-intl php-zip
installing php in kali linux
After installation, restart the Apache service:
sudo systemctl restart apache2
restarting apache2 server in kali linux
How to Install WordPress on Kali Linux
Installing WordPress on Kali Linux can be a useful endeavor, whether for development, testing, or learning purposes. WordPress is a popular content management system (CMS) that allows you to create and manage websites easily. In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing WordPress on Kali Linux, step by step, in a beginner-friendly manner.
Table of Content
- Step 1: Update Your System
- Step 2: Install LAMP Stack
- Step 2: Create a MySQL Database for WordPress
- Step 3: Download and Install WordPress
- Step 4: Access WordPress