Confidential Computing - The Minimum Developers Should Know

Explore the emerging field of Confidential Computing in this 36-minute conference talk from DevConf.US 2024. Gain a comprehensive understanding of what Confidential Computing entails, its significance, and the ongoing upstream development efforts. Delve into key concepts such as Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), Secure Multi Party Computation (SMPC), Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs), Secure Virtual Service Machines (SVSMs), virtual Trusted Platform Modules (vTPMs), and Unified Kernel Image (UKI). Learn how these technologies work together to form the foundation of Confidential Computing. Discover the latest advancements in hardware technologies like Intel TDX and AMD SEV-SNP, and their impact on the Linux Platform and Cloud providers. Explore the collaborative efforts involved in developing the entire stack, from Hardware Root-of-Trust to Remote Attestation. Get insights into relevant communities, engagement opportunities, and industry bodies such as the Confidential Computing Consortium. Presented by speakers Yash Mankad and Klaus Heinrich Kiwi, this talk provides developers with essential knowledge about the rapidly evolving landscape of Confidential Computing.