IMF
A kernel API fuzzer for macOS that automatically infers API models from execution logs to generate targeted fuzzers.
What is IMF?
IMF (Inferred Model-based Fuzzer) is a security research tool that automatically infers models of kernel APIs from execution logs and generates targeted fuzzers to discover vulnerabilities. It specifically focuses on macOS kernel interfaces including IOKit and CoreFoundation frameworks, providing a systematic approach to kernel security testing.
Security researchers and kernel developers working on macOS systems who need to systematically test kernel APIs for vulnerabilities. Academic researchers studying fuzzing techniques and automated software testing.
IMF eliminates the need for manual API model specification by automatically inferring models from execution traces, making kernel fuzzing more accessible and efficient. Its research-backed approach has proven effective in discovering real vulnerabilities like CVE-2017-7159.
Overview
Inferred Model-based Fuzzer
Use Cases
Best For
- Automated discovery of macOS kernel vulnerabilities
- Security research on IOKit and CoreFoundation APIs
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