heads
A minimal Linux that runs as a coreboot or LinuxBoot ROM payload to provide a secure, flexible boot environment for laptops, workstations and servers.
Product Information
- Description
- Heads provides a secure boot environment by operating as a minimal Linux distribution that functions as a ROM payload within coreboot or LinuxBoot firmware. It enables hardware owners to verify system integrity through measured boot processes, leveraging Trusted Platform Module (TPM) technology to detect unauthorized modifications to firmware, bootloaders, or operating system components. The software supports various security-focused use cases including verified boot for laptops, workstations, and servers, while offering flexibility through integration with projects like Qubes OS and Xen virtualization. Its open-source architecture allows customization for specific security requirements while maintaining a lightweight footprint suitable for embedded firmware applications.
- Maintainer
- linuxboot company
- License
- GPL-2.0
- Last Activity
- 2026-02-08
Linked NGI Projects
This product was created or improved through NGI-funded projects
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