The Paradox of Security
in Virtual Environments
by Michael Price
In a virtual environment, a virtual machine monitor (VMM)
controls multiple VMs through a software abstraction of the
underlying hardware. This architecture provides distinct security
advantages but also introduces unique security challenges.
Ironically, the advancements in computing power, affordability,
and ubiquity that led to the original decline of virtualization are now
contributing to its rebirth.
