Fellow Linux admins -
Imagine accidentally visiting a website that allows a remote attacker to execute code on your system without your knowledge. In this latest zero-day, threat actors can do exactly this on your system using a zero-day vulnerability in the V8 engine that's being used to execute Javascript in the browser you are very likely using today. The severity of this vulnerability cannot be overstated. Attackers can exploit these weaknesses to remotely execute malicious code on your system, steal sensitive data, and manipulate system functionalities. The scope of the attack is alarming as it targets the core of your web browser, making everyday activities like browsing and downloading potential gateways for intrusion.
Find out more about these flaws, how to determine if you are at risk, and how to update your systems to protect against these threats.
You'll also learn about a bug actively exploited in the Linux kernel we're covering that could result in total system control by unauthorized users, data theft, and other severe threats.
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Stay safe out there,
ChromiumThe DiscoverySeveral impactful security vulnerabilities were recently found in the Chromium open-source web browser project, which is the basis of Chrome and many other widely used browsers. A Type Confusion bug is the most severe, allowing attackers to execute malicious code. |
Linux KernelThe DiscoveryThe Linux kernel contains a position-independent executable (PIE) stack buffer corruption vulnerability in the load_elf_binary function (CVE-2017-1000253). This vulnerability enables a local attacker to escalate privileges on affected systems. |
