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Linux's New pedit COW Exploit: A Catalyst for Local Threats and Erosion of Trust

By Ivan Sorrell | | 3 min read

The Linux pedit COW exploit reveals significant local attack potential, increasing the urgency for defensive measures against untrusted users.

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Ivan Sorrell
Ivan Sorrell, Offensive Security Editor
Ivan thinks like an attacker but writes for defenders, preferring technical realism over polite reassurance.
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