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Canonical Snapd Vulnerability Gives Root Access in Linux - silversurfer - 13 February 19 Quote:A researcher has discovered a new vulnerability called "Dirty_Sock" in the REST API for Canonical's snapd daemon that can allow attackers to gain root access on Linux machines. To illustrate how these vulnerabilities can be exploited, the researcher has released to PoCs that use different methods to elevate privileges. SOURCE: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/canonical-snapd-vulnerability-gives-root-access-in-linux/ |