Hypervisor-Based Virtualization In Cloud Computing: Performance And Security Analysis
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https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.2629Keywords:
Hypervisor-Based Virtualization, Cloud Computing, KVM, Xen, VMware ESXiAbstract
Hypervisor-based virtualization is a key enabler of cloud computing, allowing for efficient resource management, scalability, and security isolation. This paper presents a performance and security analysis of leading hypervisor technologies, including KVM, Xen, VMware ESXi, and Microsoft Hyper-V. We benchmark CPU, memory, I/O, and network performance using SPEC Cloud, Phoronix Test Suite, and OpenStack Rally. Additionally, we analyze hypervisor security by evaluating common attack vectors such as VM escape, side-channel attacks, and hyperjacking. The results highlight trade-offs between performance and security across different hypervisors, providing insights for optimizing cloud infrastructures.
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