Microsoft Research releases LiteBox, a new library operating system

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Thom Holwerda Feb 04, 2026 · 1 min read
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Microsoft Research, in collaboration with various others, has just released LiteBox, a library operating system.

LiteBox is a sandboxing library OS that drastically cuts down the interface to the host, thereby reducing attack surface. It focuses on easy interop of various “North” shims and “South” platforms. LiteBox is designed for usage in both kernel and non-kernel scenarios.

LiteBox exposes a Rust-y nix/rustix-inspired “North” interface when it is provided a Platform interface at its “South”. These interfaces allow for a wide variety of use-cases, easily allowing for connection between any of the North–South pairs.

↫ LiteBox GitHub Page