L4B Linux foundation member

Empowering Embedded Systems with Secure, Real-Time, and Customized Linux

L4B Software delivers robust, secure, and real-time embedded Linux solutions tailored for high-performance and safety-critical applications. With over 20 years of experience in Linux kernel development, BSP integration, open-source security, and industry certification support, we are a trusted technology partner to leading OEMs across medical, automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

Embedded Linux Engineering · Since 2004
Your embedded Linux team.
On demand.
Defined scope. Fixed timeline. Your roadmap stays on track. 500+ projects delivered since 2004.
22yr
Since 2004
500+
Projects delivered
10day
BSP bring-up
6
Industries

Custom Board Support, OS Integration

We provide comprehensive Linux bring-up and board support tailored to your hardware:

  • BSP development and low-level hardware initialization
  • Bootloader customization (e.g., U-Boot) and secure boot enablement
  • Linux kernel porting, optimization, and hardening
  • Custom driver development, integration, and validation
  • Support for Yocto, Buildroot, Debian, and custom Linux distributions
  • Mainline kernel integration and upstreaming services

Middleware, HAL, and Custom APIs

We bridge the gap between custom hardware and application logic:

  • Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) development
  • Custom APIs for device interaction via standard Linux interfaces
  • Human Interface Device (HID) integration and input system tuning
  • Full SDKs and wrappers for scalable software development
  • Migration from legacy operating systems to Linux with codebase continuity

Real-Time Linux Integration

For applications requiring strict determinism and low-latency response:

  • Integration of PREEMPT_RT or real-time frameworks into Linux kernel
  • Real-time scheduling, IRQ tuning, and process prioritization
  • RT driver development with user-space control APIs
  • Coexistence with standard Linux multitasking and services
  • Suitable for robotics, automotive, industrial automation, and medical use cases

Embedded Security and System Hardening

Security is designed into the system architecture—not added later:

  • Secure Boot across all platforms — HAB/AHAB (NXP i.MX), OP-TEE/TrustZone (ARM), UEFI Secure Boot (x86/Intel)
  • Kernel hardening, SELinux, and AppArmor policies
  • Encrypted communication, secure storage, and access controls
  • CVE scanning, vulnerability patching, and runtime protection
  • Aligned with ISO 27001, ISO 21434, IEC 61508, and industry cybersecurity frameworks

“We needed BSP bring-up on a new NXP i.MX95 platform in 6 weeks. L4B delivered in 10 days — kernel, drivers, secure boot, the full stack. Our engineering team could focus on the application from week 2.”

VP Engineering · Medical Device OEM · United States

Industry-Specific Linux Platforms

L4B Software delivers tailored Linux distributions optimized for domain-specific compliance and performance.

Medical Devices

Medical Devices

With MediTUX OS™ — our Medical Grade Linux — aligned with FDA, NIST, and IEC 62304 requirements.

Automotive & Mobility

Automotive & Mobility

ISO 26262-ready Linux stacks for infotainment, ADAS, and telematics systems.

Industrial & IoT

Industrial & IoT

Hardened Linux for automation gateways, edge controllers, and safety systems.

Embedded Vision & AI

Embedded Vision & AI

Linux platforms tuned for edge inference, camera interfaces, and hardware accelerators.

Full Lifecycle Support and Certification Readiness

We support the full software lifecycle—from development through to field maintenance:

  • Agile or V-model-based development processes
  • Certification-ready documentation, including FMEA, SBOM, FTA, and test artifacts
  • OTA-ready secure update frameworks
  • Support for ISO 13485, ISO 26262, IEC 62304, ASPICE, and more
  • Long-term support plans and maintenance contracts for multi-year deployments

Why a Maintenance Contract Is Critical for Embedded Linux Systems

Linux is a dynamic and evolving open-source ecosystem—not a static product. Any commercially deployed Linux-based system requires continuous monitoring, updating, and validation to remain secure, functional, and compliant.

  • Ensure security: New vulnerabilities (CVEs) emerge daily. Without monitoring and patching, your system becomes exposed.
  • Manage open-source dependencies: Kernel APIs, libraries, and drivers frequently change. Unmanaged updates can break compatibility or introduce regressions.
  • Meet regulatory requirements: Standards such as ISO 13485, IEC 62443, or ISO 27001 mandate vulnerability management and patch traceability.
  • Protect long product lifecycles: Industrial, medical, and automotive systems may be deployed for 10+ years. Continuous support ensures longevity.
  • Enable secure updates: L4B’s OTA-ready infrastructure allows you to safely deploy kernel, application, and firmware updates in the field.

Cross-Industry Expertise

Medical, automotive, industrial, and consumer markets — we design Linux systems to meet each sector’s specific certifications and needs.

End-to-End Engineering

Kernel, middleware, security, OTA, and maintenance — all done in-house for consistency, IP protection, and vertical integration.

Security & Compliance First

Secure boot, kernel hardening, SBOM generation, CVE mitigation, and secure updates — built in from day one.

Long-Term Lifecycle Support

Lifecycle contracts to keep your product secure, functional, and certifiable — well beyond launch.

Tailored Linux Distributions

Custom-built for your hardware, real-time needs, and certifications — no one-size-fits-all solutions.

Linux Mainlining Expertise

Upstream driver and SoC support to reduce integration costs, technical debt, and future maintenance.

Long-Term OS Maintenance & Cybersecurity

Guaranteed OS updates, security patches, and vulnerability management for up to 10 years.

Global Coverage

Teams in Europe, North America, and Asia deliver on-site capabilities and customer-aligned development models.

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BSP bring-up on new hardware
Yocto build issues or maintenance
Kernel or driver development
OS migration from Windows / RTOS
Security hardening / CVE patching
Protocol integration — OCPP, OPC-UA, EtherCAT
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