A guide to kernel exploitation attacking the core

The number of security countermeasures against user-land exploitation is on the rise. Because of this, kernel exploitation is becoming much more popular among exploit writers and attackers. Playing with the heart of the operating system can be a dangerous game: This book covers the theoretical tech...

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Main Author: Perla, Enrico (-)
Other Authors: Massimiliano, Oldani, Speake, Graham
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Burlington, MA : Syngress c2010.
Edition:1st edition
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See on Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009628271106719
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Summary:The number of security countermeasures against user-land exploitation is on the rise. Because of this, kernel exploitation is becoming much more popular among exploit writers and attackers. Playing with the heart of the operating system can be a dangerous game: This book covers the theoretical techniques and approaches needed to develop reliable and effective kernel-level exploits and applies them to different operating systems (Linux, Solaris, Mac OS X, and Windows). Kernel exploits require both art and science to achieve. Every OS has its quirks and so every exploit must be molded to full
Item Description:Description based upon print version of record.
Physical Description:1 online resource (465 p.)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781282880078
9786612880070
9781597494878