This session breaks down the mechanics of the TrustedServer technology. A Debian based RAM only server that powers every node of ExpresVPN's infrastructure. We will explore the architecture behind 100% "disk-less", detailing how running an entire server environment strictly on volatile Random Access Memory (RAM) fundamentally neutralizes traditional storage vulnerabilities.
By ensuring that the operating system, network stack, and any residual data are completely eradicated the moment a machine is restarted, this volatile architecture delivers several security guarantees:
- Verifiably wiping the server slate clean with every power cycle.
- Making it impossible for back-doors or advanced persistent threats to survive a reboot.
- Ensuring the exact same, untampered software stack is deployed across every server on the network.
Backed by independent security audits, this presentation will detail the engineering behind RAM-based infrastructure and demonstrate exactly why disk-less operation has become the uncompromising benchmark for a zero-trace VPN experience. All this done by orchestrating of the self FOSS tools.
Marco A Gutierrez / Hong Kong
ExpressVPN
Marco A. Gutierrez is a Distinguished Software Engineer at ExpressVPN, leveraging his extensive expertise to champion privacy and freedom in the digital space. Based in his strategic location in Hong Kong, Marco focuses on building and maintaining the robust Linux-based infrastructure that enables ExpressVPN's mission.
Marco previously earned a PhD in cognitive vision planning for robotics systems from the University of Extremadura, Spain. This background in complex systems and technical leadership now informs his strategic approach to designing highly available and secure global networks.
A fervent advocate for Free and Open Source software, Marco has made notable contributions to critical projects within the robotics and AI community, including the Robotics Operating System, RoboComp, the Point Cloud Library, and Open Perception. Beyond his contributions to software development, Marco invests in the growth of future tech innovators. As an organization administrator and mentor for projects associated with the Google Summer of Code and similar programs, he offers invaluable guidance and support to emerging engineers and developers.
Marco previously earned a PhD in cognitive vision planning for robotics systems from the University of Extremadura, Spain. This background in complex systems and technical leadership now informs his strategic approach to designing highly available and secure global networks.
A fervent advocate for Free and Open Source software, Marco has made notable contributions to critical projects within the robotics and AI community, including the Robotics Operating System, RoboComp, the Point Cloud Library, and Open Perception. Beyond his contributions to software development, Marco invests in the growth of future tech innovators. As an organization administrator and mentor for projects associated with the Google Summer of Code and similar programs, he offers invaluable guidance and support to emerging engineers and developers.