Is SELinux mandatory in the kernel ?

[evilangel]

Hi all,

Configuring my kernel to set up GrSecurity, I noticed that SELinux was ticked in the config (based on Debian Stable config).
As I am not using SElinux, can I remove it "safely" from my kernel config ?

By safely, I understand, will applications still be running ?
Or will I need to recompile them ?

I am wondering because SELinux is now quite embedded in Linux, and I don't know how much applications expect it.

Thanks

[spender]

It is safe to remove from the kernel. You'll likely see an error message or two at boot related to SELinux, but these are harmless.

-Brad

[evilangel]

OK, i'll compile like this my next kernel.

Thanks