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Flaw in GRUB 2 Boot Loader Threatens Many Linux Systems
A buffer overflow (CVE-2020-10713) in the GRUB 2 boot loader can allow an attacker to gain code execution on many Linux systems and possibly some Windows computers.
WireGuard VPN Added to Linux Kernel
The WireGuard VPN is now a default part of the Linux 5.6 kernel.
Sudo Flaw Grants Root Privileges
A flaw in the sudo utility could allow a local user to gain root privileges if the pwfeedback option is enabled.
Linux Flaw Allows VPN Hijacking
A vulnerability in many Linux distributions, as well as Android and iOS, can allow an attacker to hijack VPN connections in some cases.
Linux Worm Hits Unpatched Exim Servers
It took only a few days for a Linux worm to start exploiting the vulnerability in the Exim mail transfer agent. Microsoft said some Azure customers have already been affected.