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Proof-of-Concept Exploit Released for Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Exploitation of CVE-2024-26581 could allow sensitive information disclosure, privilege escalation, or arbitrary code execution

Threat ID:
CC-4544
Threat Severity:
Medium
Published:
6 September 2024 12:20 PM
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Summary

Exploitation of CVE-2024-26581 could allow sensitive information disclosure, privilege escalation, or arbitrary code execution

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

Linux kernel

Threat details

Introduction

The Linux kernel contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability CVE-2024-26581 with a CVSSv3 score of 7.8. If exploited, a local attacker could leak sensitive information, escalate privileges to root, or execute arbitrary code.

Public proof-of-concept exploit released for CVE-2024-26581

Security researchers have released a public proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2024-26581. Exploitation is considered more likely.

Remediation advice

Affected organisations are encouraged to contact their Linux IT vendors and update the Linux kernel to version 6.8-rc4 or higher.

Last edited: 6 September 2024 12:20 pm