A Linux update brings software tracking, security checks, and long-term support to embedded systems.
SYSGO has released ELinOS 8, a new version of its industrial Linux platform for embedded and mission-critical systems. The update introduces automatic Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) generation, Linux 6.12 Long-Term Support (LTS), security features, and expanded hardware support to help manufacturers build secure and compliant products.
One of the additions is built-in SBOM generation. Every project automatically generates a complete record of the software packages, libraries, files, and versions included in the system during the build process. The SBOM is provided in the SPDX v3 JSON format and can be used for software inventory, vulnerability analysis, license compliance, dependency tracking, and regulatory reporting. Since it is created automatically, the documentation always matches the deployed software.
The platform also includes tools and workflows to help manufacturers address the requirements of the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Combined with software transparency and security reporting, these features support the development of embedded products that meet cybersecurity requirements.
The platform adds security updates, including a compliance verification test suite based on recommendations from the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI). The tool checks system hardening settings, identifies security gaps, and provides recommendations. Other additions include GCC Fortification Level 3 to improve protection against memory-related vulnerabilities, audit support for RISC-V platforms, reproducible kernel and root filesystem builds, and machine-independent timestamps for consistent software builds.
ELinOS 8 is based on the Linux 6.12 Long-Term Support kernel, providing up to ten years of maintenance and security updates. This allows manufacturers to match operating system support with the service life of products used in industrial automation, transportation, aerospace, defense, medical equipment, and critical infrastructure.
The platform also includes a graphical configuration wizard and more than 400 precompiled software packages. Developers can select only the features they need, while the platform automatically configures both the kernel and user space. This produces Linux images with a smaller footprint, lower complexity, a reduced attack surface, and easier maintenance.
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