A newly discovered local privilege escalation vulnerability dubbed 'CIFSwitch' in the Linux kernel could allow attackers to forge CIFS authentication key descriptions, abuse the kernel's key request ...

A recently patched local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Linux kernel's rxgk module now has a proof-of-concept exploit that allows attackers to gain root access on some Linux systems. Named ...

Dirty Frag is a new Linux bug putting your system at risk - and there's no easy fix yet ...

A practical guide to the Linux Kernel Crypto API with code examples for developers and security engineers, covering AF_ALG ...

PoC code has been released for DirtyDecrypt, a recently patched Linux kernel vulnerability allowing privilege escalation to root.

CISA warns that the nine-year-old Linux Copy Fail flaw is being actively exploited, allowing local attackers to gain root access on affected systems.

Dealing with text streams is a fundamental skill for the Linux power user. You can sort, merge, and search text files easily ...

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel’s networking stack gives any user with local shell access a reliable path to full root ...

CVE-2026-46333 is a nine-year Linux kernel improper privilege management flaw introduced in November 2016 with a CVSS score ...

There was a way to elevate normal Linux users' privileges to root, granting threat actors admin access.

Microsoft warns of another variant of the CopyFail vulnerability called "Fragnesia" in the Linux kernel. It grants root privileges.

For years, owners of Vizio smart TVs have had little control over the software running on their sets—software that can track ...