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New Linux pedit COW Exploit Enables Root Access by Poisoning Cached Binaries

26/06/2026 0 min

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A new Linux vulnerability called the pedit COW exploit has been discovered that allows attackers to gain root access to systems by poisoning cached binaries. The exploit takes advantage of a flaw in how Linux handles copy-on-write operations, potentially compromising system security. This represents a significant security concern for Linux systems, as root access enables complete control over affected machines.

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