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Linux Kernel Out-of-bounds Write Vulnerability Let Attackers Escalate Privileges

A critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-0927) in the Linux kernel’s HFS+ filesystem driver has allowed local users to gain root privileges for nearly two decades. It affects kernels up to version 6.12.0, potentially compromising systems. Users are urged to apply security updates promptly to mitigate risks, underscoring the need for thorough code auditing to uncover such flaws.

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