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Explore essential kernel debugging techniques and performance optimization strategies in this 37-minute conference talk from the Linux Foundation. Learn to identify, analyze, and resolve four critical kernel crash types: null pointer dereference, stack overflow, use-after-free, and divide-by-zero errors through hands-on examination of real-world examples from Azure Linux VMs. Master the use of debugging tools including gdb and KASAN while interpreting dmesg logs and kernel crash reports. Discover how kernel command-line parameters impact system performance, with detailed analysis of SRSO mitigation as a practical case study. Gain practical insights for balancing stability, security, and efficiency in production kernel deployments, making this essential knowledge for developers working in kernel development and system optimization.
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Breaking and Fixing the Kernel: Crashes, Debugging & Performance Tun... Hardik Garg & Thomas Ballasi
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Linux Foundation