Our takePublic exploits are now out for four recent Linux kernel bugs that each give local root. Update kernels through the normal cycle if you haven't already.Cyber Resilience desk
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What this means for you — Security leader:Update Linux kernels to the versions that include the four fixes released in the past few weeks; systems already on current kernels are not affected.
What this means for you — Lean IT orgs:If you run Linux servers or workstations, check your kernel version and update it now — the public exploits mean any older kernel can be rooted by a logged-in user.
What this means for you — MSP:Audit client Linux estates for kernels predating the recent fixes and push updates; the four local-root exploits are now public and trivial to run.
What this means for you — Researcher:Four local-root Linux kernel bugs received public exploits this week; all have been fixed upstream in kernels released over the past few weeks.