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Linux Foundation

MPK/PKS Linux Kernel Compartmentalization

Linux Foundation via YouTube

Overview

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This presentation examines the design and implementation of Linux kernel compartmentalization using Intel Protection Keys for Supervisor. It covers PKS, eBPF isolation and mitigations, and how the approach relates to Address-space Isolation.

Syllabus

Intro
Why compartmentalize?
Transient execution attacks Spectre & friends
Memory Protection Keys: PKU/PKS
PKS in-depth
Challenges
PKS eBPF isolation
eBPF mitigations
ASI: Address Space Isolation
Conclusion

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