Old Linux Bug Makes a Comeback: Ransomware Gangs Rejoice!

Ransomware gangs have revived the Linux kernel flaw CVE-2024-1086 for their devious deeds. Despite being patched, this vulnerability is still the life of the cybercrime party, making it clear that some bugs never truly go out of style.

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Published: October 31, 2025 6:45 pmAdded: October 31, 2025 at 12:23 pmAssembled by: The Editor
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Ah, the Linux kernel flaw from 2014, back like a bad penny! Who knew bugs had such staying power? It’s like the ‘Twilight’ of vulnerabilities; just when you think it’s over, it comes back to haunt you. Get ready, folks, because CVE-2024-1086 is the celebrity comeback no one asked for, but we’re all getting anyway!

Key Points:

  • CVE-2024-1086 is a high-severity Linux kernel flaw introduced in 2014.
  • The flaw was patched in January 2024 but is currently being exploited by ransomware gangs.
  • It’s a use-after-free vulnerability in the netfilter: nf_tables component.
  • The flaw affects Linux kernels from versions 3.15 to 6.8-rc1, including major distributions.
  • CISA has listed it in their Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

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