Kexec - Kdump and Secureboot

Explore the challenges and solutions surrounding Kexec/Kdump functionality in relation to Secure Boot in this 20-minute conference talk from the Linux Plumbers Conference. Delve into the issues that arise when loading a kernel without going through BIOS, particularly in secure environments where only trusted entities are allowed to run at privileged levels. Gain insights into the problem, examine proposed solutions and ongoing discussions, and learn about the implementation developed by the speaker. Enhance your understanding of Linux kernel security and boot processes through this informative presentation.

Kexec/Kdump and Secureboot - Vivek Goyal, Red Hat