Do any hardened Linux distributions exist?
Do any hardened Linux distributions exist?
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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How about Kicksecure Hardened Debian?
This is the best choice IMHO. You have a rock solid OS (Debian) and all possible taken measures to harden it with Kicksecure patch.
It's a solid option indeed but a little difficult to install in my opinion
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...
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.
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.
I don't think so, mostly it's hardening, and few security related software, all FOSS
Do you know if I can morph my GNOME Debian version to Kicksecure? I read their documentation and they recommend XFCE.
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.
Kicksecure is a good choice for an install on bare metal. For a level-plus secure and private system you can even install a Whonix VM on Kicksecure, so you can use Kicksecure daily use your Whonix VM to get on internet. It's a great combo i thinkk, as they use the same base, the same DE (xfce) and have a lot of defaults programs in common.