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The State of Kernel Self Protection Project by Kees Cook, Google

The Linux Foundation · talk · Watch on YouTube

Security & hackingLinux & open-source ecosystemsOperating systems & kernels

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.

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What HN commenters said

  1. “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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