The Path to Memory Safety is Inevitable
Shawn Chang from HardenedLinux argues that achieving memory safety in software development is a complex, interdisciplinary challenge that cannot be resolved solely by rewriting code in memory-safe languages like Rust or Go. Instead, he advocates for a multifaceted approach that includes rigorous engineering practices, such as static analysis, fuzz testing, and runtime mitigations, to enhance the security of existing systems. HardenedLinux's experience with Debian-based distributions demonstrates the effectiveness of combining tools like sanitizers and fuzzers in identifying vulnerabilities, while contributions like the VaultFuzzer and Fil-C showcase innovative methods for improving memory safety in C/C++ environments. Chang emphasizes that memory safety should be pursued through coordinated efforts across language design, tooling, and engineering practices, rather than relying solely on language choice, to build systems resilient to compromise.
https://hardenedlinux.org/blog/2025-05-07-the-path-to-memory-safety-is-inevitable
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