What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24058?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-24058 is considered high due to its potential for privilege escalation in Linux Kernel installations.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24058?

To fix ZDI-CAN-24058, update your Linux Kernel to the latest version that includes the security patches addressing this vulnerability.

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24058?

ZDI-CAN-24058 affects all installations of the Linux Kernel that are vulnerable to local privilege escalation.

What are the implications of exploiting ZDI-CAN-24058?

Exploiting ZDI-CAN-24058 allows local attackers to gain elevated privileges, potentially leading to further exploitation of the system.

How does ZDI-CAN-24058 work?

ZDI-CAN-24058 works by allowing an attacker with low-privileged code execution to escalate their privileges within the Linux Kernel.

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ZDI-CAN-24058

high

7.8

5/9/2024

26/2/2025

ZDI-CAN-24058: ZDI-24-1194: Linux Kernel Plan 9 File System Race Condition Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Thu Sep 05 2024(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Linux Kernel. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the p9_fid object. The issue results from the lack of proper locking when performing operations on an object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the kernel.

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Red Hat Kernel-devel

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What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24058?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-24058 is considered high due to its potential for privilege escalation in Linux Kernel installations.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24058?
To fix ZDI-CAN-24058, update your Linux Kernel to the latest version that includes the security patches addressing this vulnerability.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24058?
ZDI-CAN-24058 affects all installations of the Linux Kernel that are vulnerable to local privilege escalation.
What are the implications of exploiting ZDI-CAN-24058?
Exploiting ZDI-CAN-24058 allows local attackers to gain elevated privileges, potentially leading to further exploitation of the system.
How does ZDI-CAN-24058 work?
ZDI-CAN-24058 works by allowing an attacker with low-privileged code execution to escalate their privileges within the Linux Kernel.

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