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Do any hardened Linux distributions exist? (feddit.de)

submitted 2 years ago by Dislodge3233@feddit.de to c/privacyguides@lemmy.one

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For example, ones that implement these guidelines? https://madaidans-insecurities.github.io/guides/linux-hardening.html

Alternatively, packages for Fedora that would set this up automatically

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[–] Syrup@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago (1 child)

This is the best choice IMHO. You have a rock solid OS (Debian) and all possible taken measures to harden it with Kicksecure patch.

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[–] chemicalwonka@discuss.tchncs.de 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

It's a solid option indeed but a little difficult to install in my opinion

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[–] Syrup@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

The kicksecure documentation is well written. Go here for distro-morphing of Debian 12, step by step things to do are pretty explicit and you can even copy the command lines if you think you'll make a mistake...

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[–] librechad@lemm.ee 3 points 2 years ago* (2 children)

Does Kicksecure implement proprietary software into Debian? Personally me, I run OpenRC and the linux-libre kernel on my Debian 12 system on a Libreboot laptop with fully free software. Haven't used Kicksecure in awhile.

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[–] chemicalwonka@discuss.tchncs.de 3 points 2 years ago*

Awesome!

You have the holy grail of Free Software ---

Richard Stallman approves!

I really like Linux libre kernel but it has some downsides because it doesn't have patchs to fix some critical vulnerabilities. Libreboot is just a distant dream unfortunately few devices are compatible with it.

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[–] Syrup@lemmy.world 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

I don't think so, mostly it's hardening, and few security related software, all FOSS

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[–] chemicalwonka@discuss.tchncs.de 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

Do you know if I can morph my GNOME Debian version to Kicksecure? I read their documentation and they recommend XFCE.

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[–] Syrup@lemmy.world 1 point 2 years ago

According to their Wiki, other Distros (including DE) are not supported/documented and if you do it's at your own risk. Personally, I wouldn't dare trying that.

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