Study Analyzes OS Kernel Fuzzing and Its Challenges
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🛠️ A comprehensive study on OS kernel fuzzing reveals critical insights and challenges. Researchers Jiacheng Xu and colleagues present the first systematic analysis of OS kernel fuzzing, addressing its unique complexities compared to userspace fuzzing. The study reviews 99 academic papers from 2017 to 2024, introducing a stage-based fuzzing model and a novel taxonomy that outlines nine essential functionalities specific to kernel fuzzing. The authors identify significant challenges in achieving these functionalities and propose potential solutions, while also suggesting future research directions to enhance kernel security. This work aims to deepen the understanding of kernel fuzzing and stimulate further advancements in the field.
