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CIQ Launches Hardened Rocky Linux on Major Cloud Platforms for Enhanced Security

CIQ Launches Hardened Rocky Linux on Major Cloud Platforms

CIQ, a pioneer in high-performance software infrastructure and the founding partner of Rocky Linux, has recently announced the release of Rocky Linux from CIQ - Hardened (RLC-H) on all three major cloud marketplaces: AWS Marketplace, Microsoft Azure Marketplace, and Google Cloud Platform.

This offering is a fortified version of the well-known Enterprise Linux distribution, designed specifically to help organizations deploy highly secure, compliant systems while ensuring full compatibility with Enterprise Linux standards.

Tackling Security Challenges in Modern Infrastructure

As businesses face an increase in cyber threats, the necessity for robust Linux security policies has never been greater. RLC-H rises to the occasion by simplifying the deployment of a pre-hardened, enterprise-grade Linux distribution. It streamlines the security process and alleviates the administrative burden associated with manual configurations that often lead to vulnerabilities.

The key features of RLC-H include:

- System Level Hardening: This functionality minimizes the risks associated with zero-day vulnerabilities and common exposures by reducing attack surfaces and common exploit vectors.
- Proactive Threat Mitigation: Through this approach, entire classes of vulnerabilities are addressed before they can be exploited.
- Strong Access Controls: Advanced password hashing and stringent password policies reinforce system security.
- Attack Detection and Response: Utilizing the Linux Kernel Runtime Guard (LKRG), RLC-H can detect sophisticated intrusions.
- Simple Deployment: The pre-hardened systems reduce the amount of time and resources required for setting up secure configurations.
- Enterprise Compatibility: Maintains full API and ABI compatibility with existing Enterprise Linux infrastructure.

Enhanced Security Measures

Optimized for an enterprise environment, RLC-H implements stringent security measures, including enhanced password policies, memory corruption detection, kernel integrity checking, and fortified replacements for crucial packages such as glibc and OpenSSH. Additionally, it provides automated security updates and superior threat detection capabilities, staffed by Linux experts who address unique security requirements proactively.

Expanding Cloud Marketplace Offerings

In addition to the launch of RLC-H, CIQ is broadening the availability of its complete product suite across cloud marketplaces. Notably, the firm has introduced Fuzzball, a container-first performance-intensive computing platform, into the AWS Marketplace.

Moreover, CIQ has been named the Endorsed Distribution provider of Rocky Linux on Microsoft Azure, enabling users to access both free community editions and the commercially backed Rocky Linux from CIQ (RLC), now available on Azure Marketplace. The latest version, RLC 9.6, is also accessible through Google Cloud Marketplace.

About CIQ

Founded in 2020 by Gregory Kurtzer, CIQ is committed to building a next-generation secure and high-performance software infrastructure system for the AI era. Rooted in a community-focused philosophy, CIQ provides scalable open infrastructure solutions aimed at fostering innovation at every level, from operating systems to cloud architecture. The company emphasizes development that empowers organizations to adapt for a future defined by data and AI inferencing.

For more information about RLC-H and CIQ’s diverse offerings, interested parties can visit CIQ’s official website.