ebpf-packet-parser

Generate verifier-safe eBPF packet parsing logic with bounds checking.

1|Updated Oct 17, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cassamajor/xcnf --skill ebpf-packet-parser
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Skill: ebpf-packet-parser
Source: https://github.com/cassamajor/xcnf/tree/main/.claude/skills/ebpf-packet-parser
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cassamajor/xcnf --skill ebpf-packet-parser

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the generation of verifier-safe eBPF code for parsing network packets, simplifying the development of network functions in CNFs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Protocol Parsing: Handles Ethernet, IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP, and ICMP protocols.
  • Bounds Checking: Ensures all memory accesses are safe and compliant with eBPF verifier rules.
  • Data Extraction: Extracts key fields like IPs, ports, and flags.
  • Use Case: When developing a CNF that needs to inspect or classify network traffic at high speeds, use this Skill to generate the necessary eBPF parsing logic.

Quick Start

Use the ebpf-packet-parser skill to generate eBPF C code for parsing IPv4 and TCP headers from an XDP context.

Frequently Asked Questions about ebpf-packet-parser

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write verifier-safe eBPF code for parsing network packets?

To write verifier-safe eBPF code for parsing network packets, you must implement strict bounds checking and careful pointer arithmetic to ensure all memory accesses comply with eBPF verifier constraints.

What is the best way to extract IPv4 and TCP headers in an XDP program?

Extracting IPv4 and TCP headers in an XDP program requires generating eBPF C logic that safely pulls protocol fields from the packet context through precise pointer manipulation to pass the verifier.

Can I use eBPF packet parsing for Cloud Native Network Functions?

Yes, you can use eBPF packet parsing for Cloud Native Network Functions (CNFs) to inspect or classify network traffic at high speeds by generating header extraction logic for Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, TCP, UDP, and ICMP.

Why does my eBPF program fail the verifier when extracting packet data?

Your eBPF program fails the verifier during packet data extraction due to missing or incorrect bounds checking on memory accesses. The verifier requires explicit safety proofs for all pointer arithmetic before allowing execution.

How do I generate bounds checking logic for multiple network protocols in eBPF?

To generate bounds checking logic for multiple network protocols in eBPF, you need a structured approach that validates Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP, and ICMP headers sequentially to ensure every memory access is verifier-safe.