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Hardened Amazon Linux 2023
Sedetos VM for Amazon Linux 2023 delivers a secure and enterprise ready Linux image optimized for AWS workloads.
Hardened Amazon Linux 2023
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Sedetos VM for Amazon Linux 2023 is Fast, Secure, and Purpose-Built for AWS
Unlock enterprise-grade performance and security with the Sedetos VM for Amazon Linux 2023. Engineered for modern cloud workloads, this hardened virtual machine image combines the lightweight efficiency of Amazon Linux with Sedetos commitment to secure, continuously updated, and AWS-optimized Linux solutions.
Key Features and Benefits:
Optimized for AWS Performance
Amazon Linux 2023 is built for speed, reliability, and seamless AWS integration. Sedetos enhances this foundation with performance-tuned kernel parameters, optimized I/O configurations, and cloud-ready defaults and perfect for compute-intensive, database-driven, or container-based workloads.
Hardened Security
Our Amazon Linux 2023 image is fortified using industry security baselines and hardened configurations. AL2023 secure-by-default architecture, combined with Sedetos automated patching, vulnerability tracking, and continuous security validation, ensures your workloads remain protected against emerging threats.
Built-in Hardening and Compliance Support
Sedetos images come pre-hardened following industry benchmarks such as HIPAA and DISA-STIG, with optional FIPS-compliant configurations. Delivered through a controlled and signed supply chain, each build helps organizations meet regulatory requirements from day one.
AWS-Native Integration
Because Amazon Linux 2023 is purpose-built for AWS, all key agents, drivers, and cloud tools that includes Systems Manager, CloudWatch, Instance Metadata Service v2, and ENA drivers that are fully preconfigured and optimized. This VM is an ideal foundation for hybrid cloud architectures, CI/CD environments, and container orchestration.
Certified & Supported
Sedetos validates every AL2023 image for compatibility with the latest AWS features and instance families. Our Premium Support offering ensures you receive timely guidance on performance, security, and configuration, backed by ongoing updates and compatibility checks.
Always Up-to-Date
Sedetos continuously monitors upstream Amazon Linux updates and CVEs. Our automated build pipeline ensures that whenever new fixes, kernel updates, or security patches become available, refreshed AMI versions are promptly published to keep your workloads secure and current.
Customizable to Your Needs
Whether you are a developer, system administrator, or enterprise team, Sedetos offers flexibility to adjust services, security controls, network rules, and performance settings without adding deployment complexity.
Cost Efficient Deployment
Deploy confidently without long term contracts. Pay only for what you use with simple hourly pricing, helping you scale efficiently while maintaining predictable operating costs.
Ideal For:
- High-performance web applications, APIs, microservices, and container platforms such as ECS or EKS.
- Organizations requiring secure, stable, and FIPS-ready Linux environments on AWS.
- Developers building cloud-native workloads with deep AWS service integration.
- Teams needing a hardened, continuously updated Amazon Linux 2023 experience backed by Sedetos.
Get Started Today:
Launch Sedetos VM for Amazon Linux 2023 directly from the AWS Marketplace and experience a secure, fast, and cloud-optimized Linux platform designed for modern enterprise workloads. Browse our quick-start documentation for a seamless deployment.
What are you paying for?
You are paying for the hourly usage of this hardened AMI. Additional AWS service charges and any optional software licensing costs may apply depending on your instance type and cloud usage.
Why Use Sedetos Certified Images?
Sedetos images are tested, validated, and continuously patched using industry-leading security and engineering practices. We actively monitor vulnerabilities and publish timely updates, ensuring your cloud environments remain secure, compliant, and production-ready.
No contract required. Pay per hour and only for what you use.
Disclaimer: Amazon Linux is a trademark of Amazon Web Services, Inc. Sedetos provides hardened, value-added images but does not license or sell Amazon Linux. All usage is subject to AWS service terms and conditions.
Highlights
- Hardened Amazon Linux 2023 AMI that delivers secure, high performance, and cloud optimized workloads for enterprise and developer use cases.
- Fully optimized Amazon Linux 2023 environment with AWS native agents, drivers, and integrations that support fast deployment and reliable scaling.
- Enterprise-Grade Security and Performance: Benefit from continuous security patching, optimized AWS performance, and audit-ready documentation. Ideal for government, defense, and enterprise workloads that require high assurance and cybersecurity resilience.
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
c5.4xlarge Recommended | $1.00 |
t3.micro | $0.50 |
t2.micro | $0.50 |
t2.2xlarge | $1.00 |
c6in.8xlarge | $1.00 |
m6a.8xlarge | $1.00 |
m6in.24xlarge | $3.00 |
c6a.24xlarge | $3.00 |
m6a.large | $0.50 |
c5n.4xlarge | $1.00 |
Vendor refund policy
You'll be billed by the hour for actual instance usage. Simply terminate your instance whenever you're done to stop charges from accumulating. Please note that refunds are not available.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
Sedetos Hardened Amazon Linux 2023 v1
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Usage instructions
Launch the AMI Go to the EC2 console in your AWS account. Select Launch Instance and choose this Sedetos Hardened Amazon Linux 2023 AMI from AWS Marketplace. Choose your desired instance type. Networking configuration and storage settings. Access the Instance Use SSH to connect to the instance: ssh -i /path/to/your-key.pem ec2-user@<public-ip> The default user is: ec2-user
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Vendor support
Contact us at:L info@sedetos.com Support Website: https://sedetos.com/contact Additional Resources Amazon Linux 2023 Documentation: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/linux/al2023/ug/what-is-amazon-linux.html AWS EC2 User Guide:
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