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Critical Linux SCTP Flaw Enables Root Access and Container Escape
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A critical vulnerability named 'SCTPhantom' has been discovered in the Linux kernel, potentially allowing attackers to gain root access or escape containers. The flaw has existed for 18 years, and administrators are urged to update their kernels immediately.
A memory-safety vulnerability hidden in the Linux kernel for almost two decades can allow a low-privileged user to take complete control of affected systems and, under certain conditions, escape from a container to compromise the underlying host.
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