CheriBSD
CheriBSD, a secure Unix-like OS by SRI International and University of Cambridge, extends FreeBSD for Arm's Morello and CHERI-RISC-V. It emphasizes memory protection, software isolation, and security enhancements for diverse platforms.
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CheriBSD is a Unix-like Operating System developed by SRI International and the University of Cambridge, extending FreeBSD to utilize Capability Hardware on Arm’s Morello and CHERI-RISC-V platforms. It focuses on memory protection and software compartmentalization. CheriBSD 23.11 offers features like memory safety for userspace and kernel, debugger support, pre-built USB installer, memory-safe KDE-based desktop, compatibility with existing applications, and a CHERI-enabled hypervisor. It runs on various platforms including Morello boards and QEMU. CheriBSD/Morello is a Digital Security by Design technology supported by various organizations and research programs. The system is designed to enhance security and memory safety in computing environments.
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