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Linux Flaw Enables Root Control on Most Distros

A shocking 15-year-old flaw in the Linux kernel, dubbed GhostLock, allows any logged-in user to gain full root control of a machine in just five seconds - if it hasn't been patched. This vulnerability, which affects most Linux distributions, is a serious wake-up call for developers and users alike.

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GhostLock Exploits Windows API to Disrupt File Access

Meet GhostLock, a proof-of-concept that cleverly exploits Windows API to disrupt file access, causing operational downtime without data loss, similar to the impact of ransomware. By manipulating the CreateFileW sharing parameter, GhostLock effectively locks files, leaving other processes in the dark with a sharing violation error.

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