The State of Kernel Self Protection Project by Kees Cook, Google
What it is
Kees Cook of Google gives a Linux Foundation talk on the Kernel Self Protection Project, which aims to harden Linux against attackers. He surveys threats, the state of available defensive technologies and a year of community progress.
Why Hacker News recommends it
Cited as the authoritative overview of kernel hardening goals and priorities, including Cook's car-safety analogy for kernel security.
- 1 people recommended it
- 1 different months
- 0 strong recommendations
- first 2016, last 2019
What HN commenters said
“I really enjoyed this talk about KSPP's agenda”
Explains KSPP's agenda and priorities.
lclarkmichalek, 2017-05 · Recommendation · in “HardenedLinux: The way to the Ark”
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Topics: kernel hardening, kspp, linux, exploit mitigation, kees cook
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