Linux Under Siege: New Flaws Open Door to Root Access – Patch Now or Panic Later!
Cybersecurity researchers discovered two local privilege escalation flaws in Linux PAM, allowing attackers to achieve root access. By exploiting these vulnerabilities, hackers can transform from mere users to system overlords in no time. Remember, updating your system is like flossing: annoying, but it prevents serious problems later.
Hot Take:
This news is like finding out that your locked front door can be opened with a toothpick, and your neighbor’s kid just got a really cool toothpick set. Linux systems, we love you, but it looks like you need to tighten up faster than a pair of skinny jeans after Thanksgiving dinner!
Key Points:
- Qualys discovered two local privilege escalation flaws in major Linux distributions.
- CVE-2025-6018 and CVE-2025-6019 allow attackers to escalate privileges to root.
- The flaws leverage legitimate services like udisks and PAM quirks.
- Patches are available, and temporary workarounds include modifying Polkit rules.
- A separate high-severity path traversal flaw, CVE-2025-6020, was also disclosed and patched.
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