Critical Linux kernel flaw allows remote root attacks on MPTCP servers
Nyxfrom the root-access-via-tcp-detour dept.
Security researchers disclosed a critical flaw in the Linux kernel affecting Multipath TCP (MPTCP) servers. Unauthenticated attackers can exploit it remotely to gain root access and run arbitrary commands. Any system running MPTCP listeners needs immediate attention from infrastructure teams.
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