S09: Pointer Problems - Why We’re Refactoring the Windows Kernel
Analysts investigate attack surfaces and defenses concerning S09: Pointer Problems - Why We’re Refactoring the Windows Kernel.
Summary
Why Microsoft is refactoring the Windows kernel due to pointer problems.
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