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Linus Torvalds removed the unsafe __get_user() and __put_user() functions from the Linux 7.4 kernel to enhance system security.

Operating SystemsTechnologyConflictOct 22, 2026score 0.172 posts · 0 replies across 1 instances
The thread discusses Linus Torvalds' decision to remove unsafe __get_user() and __put_user() functions in Linux 7.4, highlighting a security improvement in the operating system kernel. This change is significant for system developers and users concerned with kernel safety and stability.

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Linus Torvalds removed the unsafe __get_user() and __put_user() functions from the Linux 7.4 kernel to enhance system security.
Parent: Operating SystemsEntity: Linux kernelImpact: positiveDate: Oct 22, 2026Target: The removal of unsafe functions in the Linux kernel

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Linus Torvalds Eliminates Unsafe __get_user() & __put_user() Functions In Linux 7.4 https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linus-Kills-Get-Put-User-Linux
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Linus Torvalds Eliminates Unsafe __get_user() & __put_user() Functions In Linux 7.4 https://lxer.com/module/newswire/ext_link.php?rid=368358
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