wiz.io/blog· Oct 24, 2023· by Avigayil Mechtinger

Linux rootkits explained – Part 2: Loadable kernel modules

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Part 2 dives into the world of LKMs (Loadable Kernel Modules) and kernel-space rootkits to explore what LKMs are, how attackers abuse them, and how to detect them.
🎯 Vulnerability: Web Security Vulnerability
💡 Defense Fix: Implement strict input validation, contextual output encoding, and enforce least-privilege authorization controls.