Windows 11 kernel will soon boot with Rust inside

They say we are in a constant learning process for as long as we live, and it’s true. Recently, we’ve learned a lot about Microsoft, such as the fact that Edge leaks all websites you visit to Bing API.

We also found out that KB5025297 changes some important PC’s Firewall settings, and that Microsoft renamed major threat actors using weather terms.

It’s time to pass yet another learning curve and uncover another important detail about the Windows operating system.

Apparently, as the title suggests, the Windows 11 kernel will soon be booting with Rust, according to statements made public by company execs.

Microsoft touting Rust integration in Windows 11 kernel

You might not know it yet, but at the recently held BlueHat IL 2023 conference, David Weston, Vice President, Enterprise and OS Security at Microsoft, made a unique statement.

He took to the stage to discuss the evolution of Windows security and also provide insight into the latest advances and the road ahead.

During the above-mentioned presentation, Weston talked about the progress Microsoft has been making with Rust as part of the Windows kernel.

For those of you that don’t know what Rust is, keep in mind that it is actually a programing language for developers.

The Redmond tech giant has been interested in this language for several reasons and one of those happens to center around memory safety and security that Rust offers.

Weston said that Windows 11 will soon be booting with Rust in the kernel and it could be happening really soon. Actually, it could potentially happen within just a few weeks from now.

Judging from what Microsoft stated, you’ll have Windows booting with Rust in the kernel in probably the next several weeks or months, which is really cool.

The basic goal, as developers say, was to convert some of these internal C++ data types into their Rust equivalents.

My presentation slides for "Windows 11: security by-default" from @BlueHatIL covering:

Rust in win32k, Adminless Windows, Token Binding, Sandboxing win32, and more!

posted here: https://t.co/mfOcOh8f84 pic.twitter.com/WDAbbIjaEv

— David Weston (DWIZZZLE) (@dwizzzleMSFT) April 18, 2023

David Weston also emphasized that 36 thousand lines of code have been added so far and there are also no major performance regressions in tested scenarios.

The Win32k’s GDI (graphics driver interface) port to Rust was able to pass all tests when booting on Windows.

You’ll surely want more details, so know that the full presentation contains a lot more information about the other aspects of Windows security.

On the topic of Microsoft touts, know that the next update will correct major LAPS legacy issues on Windows 11.

Also, the Redmond company has revamped the Windows Weather app, but users say it is actually full of MSN news.

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