Damn Vulnerable Linux — Most Vulnerable Linux Ever

An anonymous reader writes "Usually, when installing a new operating system, the hope is that it's as up-to-date as possible. After installation there's bound to be a few updates required, but no more than a few megabytes. Damn Vulnerable Linux is different; it's shipped in as vulnerable a state as possible. As the DVL website explains: 'Damn Vulnerable Linux (DVL) is everything a good Linux distribution isn't. Its developers have spent hours stuffing it with broken, ill-configured, outdated, and exploitable software that makes it vulnerable to attacks. DVL isn't built to run on your desktop – it's a learning tool for security students.'"

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Amusing

[KingAlanI]

Okay, I wouldn't doubt it has legitimate use as a teaching tool, but the idea of doing the very opposite of what you're usually supposed to do is still rather entertaining.
Reminds me of when one of my scout leaders gave a "How not to pack for a camping trip" demo. :P