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Linux Kernel Vulnerability Allows VM Escape on Intel and AMD Systems

The 16-year-old Januscape flaw affects Linux's KVM hypervisor, allowing attackers to escape virtual machines and potentially execute code on the underlying host.

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A 16‑year‑old vulnerability in Linux’s KVM hypervisor, dubbed Januscape, enables attackers to break out of virtual machines and run code on the host system. This flaw affects both Intel and AMD platforms.

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