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Sep 9, 2025 · Information Security

What’s New in Linux Kernel Runtime Guard 1.0? A Deep Dive into Enhanced Security

The Linux Kernel Runtime Guard (LKRG) 1.0 release adds support for kernel 6.17, removes obsolete code, improves performance, expands OverlayFS compatibility, and tightens protection against credential‑overwrites and other kernel‑level attacks, while remaining a complementary layer to SELinux and AppArmor.