In Brief: To address the security concerns, Subgraph OS is here as a free, secure, open source Linux operating system for non-tech users. This security-focused distribution comes with full TOR integration, full disk encryption, OpenPGP mail integration, system hardening, and other such features. Learn more about the operating system and make your system secure.
Lately, we have seen an increase in the number of messaging and email services that provide a secure way to communicate with others. To ensure that internet remains anonymous, we have tools like the TOR software suite and VPN services. But what about the security of the overall systems?
To answer this question, a company from Canada called Subgraph is focusing on a Linux distribution called Subgraph OS. The operating system aims to resist hacking attacks more easily than commonly used machines and everyday laptops. This free and open source operating system has been designed from the ground up to reduce the risks of interference and surveillance that can exist on terminals.
With a focus on security, Subgraph OS is designed to “harden” the system and make it risk-averse. The operating system also emphasizes the integrity of software package. In addition to providing kernel security, Subgraph OS features full disk encryption and a way to sandboxthreatsto reduce user exposure.
With the integration of OpenPGP mail, users have access to signed encrypted email. Everything is designed with an "easy" approach, so there will be no need to run commands in a terminal window or any external plug-ins.
TOR an attacker to figure out the physical location of their targets. However, the project focuses more on security than anonymity. Since the operating system uses the Metaproxy application to determine transmission to the outside world, you can easily identify legitimate connections.
The current version of Subgraχ OS is in pre-alpha stage. You can learn more about Subgraχ OS on website and GitHub repository.
