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Linux Kernel Direction Flag Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability

The Linux kernel is prone to a vulnerability that can corrupt kernel memory.

A local attacker can exploit this issue to crash the affected computer, denying service to legitimate users. Given the nature of this issue, the attacker may also be able to run arbitrary code, but this has not been confirmed.







 

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