Advisory: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Licensing Requirements for Glasswall Halo Virtual Appliance Customers
Glasswall Halo virtual appliances are built on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to ensure a secure and stable foundation for our advanced file protection platform.
Important: A RHEL subscription is not included with the Glasswall Halo virtual appliance. Glasswall does not resell or bundle RHEL licenses.
Customer Responsibility for RHEL Licensing
To maintain access to RHEL updates, security patches, and support, customers must obtain a valid RHEL subscription directly from Red Hat or an authorized Red Hat partner.
Subscription Requirement
An active RHEL subscription is required for each instance of the Glasswall Halo virtual appliance.
System Registration
Each RHEL system must be registered with Red Hat Subscription Management (RHSM) using the customer’s own Red Hat account credentials.
Updates and Patches
Only registered and subscribed systems are eligible to receive:
- Critical security updates
- Software patches
- Official Red Hat support
Unregistered or unlicensed systems may become vulnerable and ineligible for support.
Why This Matters
Red Hat’s subscription model is essential to:
- Ensure timely access to security updates and patches
- Maintain system integrity and compliance
- Access Red Hat’s official support services
Operating without a valid subscription increases the risk of unpatched vulnerabilities and unsupported environments.
Next Steps
- If you do not have a Red Hat account or subscription, visit the Red Hat Customer Portal for information on purchasing and managing subscriptions.
- For guidance on registering your RHEL system, refer to Red Hat’s system registration documentation.