The State of Kernel Self Protection Project
Explore the current state of the Kernel Self Protection Project in this 46-minute conference talk by Kees Cook from Google. Learn about Linux's defensive technologies, the project's efforts to harden the kernel against attackers, and the importance of protecting Linux as it becomes increasingly prevalent in modern life. Gain insights into the types of threats Linux faces, available protection technologies, and the project's accomplishments over the past year. Discover ongoing efforts, future goals, and various bug classes and exploitation techniques addressed by the project. Understand the challenges faced by the Kernel Self Protection Project, including technical and resource-related issues, and get a glimpse into predictions for Linux kernel version 4.9.