‘DirtyClone’ Linux Kernel Vulnerability Leads to Root Access | HappeningNow.news
Published Date: June 29, 2026

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‘DirtyClone’ Linux Kernel Vulnerability Leads to Root Access

A variant of DirtyFrag, the flaw allows unprivileged local users to manipulate the Linux page cache and gain root privileges.

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A variant of DirtyFrag, the flaw allows unprivileged local users to manipulate the Linux page cache and gain root privileges. The post ‘DirtyClone’ Linux Kernel Vulnerability Leads to Root Access appeared first on SecurityWeek .

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