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How Meta Patches Linux at Hyperscale

How Meta Patches Linux at Hyperscale

Using a technique called Kernel Live Patch (KLP), Facebook is able to patch millions of servers without any downtime, allowing for increased system uptime and availability. KLP delivers a separate package that modifies code without rebooting the entire kernel, ensuring that security updates are applied quickly and efficiently.


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