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Claude Cowork runs Linux VM via Apple virtualization framework

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Linux Container Environment Report

Generated: January 13, 2026 Session ID: brave-loving-maxwell

Executive Summary

This report details the Linux container environment powering the Claude AI assistant's "Cowork mode." The environment is a lightweight, highly sandboxed Ubuntu 22.04 LTS virtual machine running on ARM64 architecture, designed to provide secure code execution capabilities while maintaining strict isolation from the host system.

System Overview

Operating System

Distribution: Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish)

Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish) Kernel: Linux 6.8.0-90-generic (PREEMPT_DYNAMIC)

Linux 6.8.0-90-generic (PREEMPT_DYNAMIC) Architecture: aarch64 (ARM64)

aarch64 (ARM64) Hostname: claude

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