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Critical Security Flaw in Linux Leaves Systems Vulnerable: Looney Tunables Introduction Last week, Qualys researchers disclosed a critical buffer overflow vulnerability, named Looney Tunables, in the GNU C Library (glibc), a widely used component present in various Linux distributions. The flaw, identified as CVE-2023-4911, poses a significant risk to systems running Fedora, Ubuntu, Debian, and…
Attackers Exploit Buffer Overflow Flaw in Linux Systems Attackers Exploit Buffer Overflow Flaw in Linux Systems Introduction Researchers have discovered a critical vulnerability in the GNU C Library (glibc), a widely used library in the Linux operating system. This vulnerability, dubbed “Looney Tunables,” allows attackers to gain root privileges on millions of Linux systems. The…
Looney Tunables: A Critical Linux Flaw Raises Concerns About Data Security and System Integrity Introduction Last week, the disclosure of a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the GNU C Library (glibc), which is widely used in various Linux distributions, has raised concerns about data security and system integrity. A number of proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits for…
Attackers have recently discovered an easy-to-exploit buffer overflow flaw in a common library used on most major distributions of the Linux operating system. This vulnerability, named “Looney Tunables,” can allow attackers to gain root privileges on millions of Linux systems. The bug, which affects the GNU C Library (glibc) in the GNU system found in…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In this era of increased connectivity and digitization, ensuring the security and compliance of information technology systems has become paramount. The consequences of data breaches and cyber attacks can be far-reaching, leading to financial losses, reputational damage, and potential legal consequences. To combat these threats, IT professionals must…