Interesting reads on development in kernel-mode

This short post is about giving kudos to those books on the intricacies of kernel-mode that had an enormous impact on me and that were especially relevant for the implementation of my B.Sc. thesis around a decade ago. Without further ado, here is the list:

• Understanding the Linux kernel: describes foundational concepts of the Intel x86 architecture and a in-depth view of the design of the Linux kernel. While the 3rd edition applied for Linux 2.6, it is still a valuable source of information.
• Linux Device Drivers: this book can be seen as the practical counterpart of the previous book.
• Designing BSD Rootkits: An Introduction to Kernel Hacking: one of the books that impressed me the most. Short and to the point explanation of rootkit mechanics, e.g. direct kernel object manipulation (DKOM) and kernel object hooking.

Happy reading!