A critical vulnerability in the Linux kernel’s USB-audio driver, allowing out-of-bounds memory reads, has been patched by Takashi Iwai from SUSE. This flaw could let attackers escalate privileges or execute arbitrary code using malicious USB devices. The update strengthens security and ensures proper validation of descriptors, highlighting the Linux community’s commitment to system safety. Users are advised to update their kernels.
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Jeffrey Bowie was arrested for trying to install malware into computers at SSM St. Anthony’s Hospital, Oklahoma City. Tech consulting firm Coffey & Consult noted
