System Calls Courses and Certifications

OpenSecurityTraining2

Architecture 2001: x86-64 OS Internals

Explore x86-64 OS internals, covering privilege separation, hardware requirements, and foundational concepts for understanding Windows, Linux, BSD, and macOS systems.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Black Hat

Bochspwn Reloaded - Detecting Kernel Memory Disclosure with x86 Emulation and Taint Tracking

Explore kernel memory disclosure detection using x86 emulation and taint tracking. Learn about buffer overflows, memory corruption, and user-mode client interactions in kernel-mode systems.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Black Hat

The Linux Kernel Hidden Inside Windows 10

Explore the Linux kernel in Windows 10, its implementation, security implications, and potential vulnerabilities. Learn about system calls, process management, and attack surfaces in this unique OS integration.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

NDC Conferences

Using Seccomp to Limit the Linux Kernel Attack Surface

Explore seccomp for limiting Linux system calls, enhancing application security. Learn implementation, tools, and considerations for effective use in containers, browsers, and more.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Kernelspace Fault Injection with KRF - Discovering Vulnerabilities Through System Call Errors

Explore kernelspace fault injection with KRF to discover vulnerabilities and improve software resilience through targeted system call error induction and analysis.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

LFX Mentorship Showcase - Linux Kernel Exploration and Open Source Contributions

Explore Linux kernel development, open-source projects, and mentorship experiences through diverse presentations by LFX mentees, covering topics from system calls to RISC-V extensions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Threads in Embedded Linux - 6 Easy Pieces

Explore concurrent processing in Linux through threads, covering creation, synchronization, and signal handling. Gain practical insights with hands-on demos and tool usage for efficient embedded development.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Docker

Securing Containers - One Patch at a Time

Explore CVE-2016-9962: discovery, implications, and resolution. Dive into kernel boundaries, system calls, and address space randomization for enhanced container security.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Docker

What Have Namespaces Done for You Lately? - Writing Containers from Scratch

Explore container creation from scratch using Go, focusing on namespaces and their impact on resource access and system isolation.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CNCF [Cloud Native Computing Foundation]

Generating Security Policies with eBPF - Hands-on Walkthrough

Explore eBPF-based solutions for capturing security events and generating policies. Learn to leverage tools like seccomp, Inspektor Gadget, and Tetragon for comprehensive system protection.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CppNow

Under the Hood - Assembly, System Calls, and Hardware in C++

Explore assembly, system calls, and hardware in C++. Dive deep into low-level computer operations, covering x86-64/Linux, Arm, and other systems. Gain insights into the underlying mechanics of C++ programming.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The End of Time, 19 Years to Go

Explore the 2038 time_t overflow issue in Linux, its impact on various systems, and ongoing efforts to address it. Learn about kernel updates, remaining challenges, and future steps for user space solutions.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

KernelShark 1.0 is Here - What Does that Mean?

Explore KernelShark 1.0, a powerful GUI for Linux kernel tracing. Learn its features, capabilities, and future developments through live demonstrations and insights.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Sandboxing in Linux with Zero Lines of Code

Explore Linux sandboxing techniques without coding, focusing on process startup stages and practical examples. Learn to enhance security and control system calls effectively.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Inside the Linux Security Modules

Explore Linux Security Modules framework, architecture, and integration. Learn about security data fields, hooks, and configurations for enhanced kernel protection.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk