EBES Lightweight Secure CentOS 10 Stream Linux AMI

## Overview

CentOS 10 Stream is a continuously delivered distribution that tracks just ahead of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), giving you access to the latest stable packages while maintaining enterprise-grade compatibility. The EBES Lightweight Secure edition strips the default installation down to essential components, reducing the attack surface and minimizing resource consumption.

## Security Hardening

This image is configured with security as a priority. The minimal installation approach removes unnecessary packages and services that could introduce vulnerabilities. By starting with a reduced footprint, you gain a smaller attack surface and fewer components requiring ongoing patching. EBES applies hardening configurations designed to provide a secure baseline for production deployments.

## Lightweight Design

The minimal install philosophy means this image ships only with the packages required to run a functional Linux server. This results in faster boot times, lower memory consumption at idle, and reduced storage requirements compared to full CentOS installations. The lean footprint makes it ideal for environments where resource efficiency matters.

## Use Cases

• **Microservices Host:** Use as a base image for containerized or non-containerized microservices where minimal overhead is critical.
• **Hardened Jump Box:** Deploy as a secure bastion host in regulated environments that require a reduced attack surface.
• **Batch Processing:** Run lightweight compute jobs.