Mayank Kumar developed SCSI disk write-protection detection and handling for the microsoft/mu_basecore repository, focusing on improving data integrity in embedded systems. He implemented logic in C to query the write-protected state of SCSI disks using the MODE SENSE command, defining ATA_CMD_MODE_SENSE6 and integrating IsWriteProtected checks to prevent write attempts on read-only media. This work updated media properties to reflect write-protect status and established a maintainable code path for future enhancements. Leveraging skills in driver and firmware development, Mayank’s contribution laid the foundation for broader write-protect support, addressing a key reliability concern in SCSI protocol workflows.