Is That a Penguin in My Windows?

Explore the intricacies of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) in this 40-minute conference talk from BSidesLV 2016. Delve into the integration of Linux within Windows, covering topics such as Pico Processes, System Calls, File Systems, and kernel protection. Learn how to identify WSL, understand its impact on tools like Metasploit, and examine the cross-process access between Linux and Windows environments. Gain insights into the technical aspects of this groundbreaking technology and its implications for security professionals and developers alike.

Intro
Agenda
About me
Overview
Diagram
Pico Processes
System Calls
System Call Stack
File System
DriveFS Notes
IdentifyingWSL
Metasploit
Ifconfig
Linux kernel protection
Cross process access
Linux into Windows
Linux into Bash
References