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Disable SELinux permanently

SELinux is enabled by default in the virtual appliance. To disable it permanently, follow these steps:

1.Log in to the management mode by typing your password (specified during ESET PROTECT VA configuration) and pressing Enter twice. Select Exit to terminal using the arrow keys and then press Enter.

2.Run the command:
nano /etc/selinux/config

3.Change the line:
SELINUX=permisive
to
SELINUX=disabled

4.Save the changes and exit the editor.

5.Restart the computer with the following command to apply the new setting.
reboot