Microsoft

CVE-2026-31431: Copy Fail vulnerability enables Linux root privilege escalation across cloud environments

A high-severity Linux vulnerability, “Copy Fail” (CVE-2026-31431), enables root privilege escalation across cloud ...

New Linux 'Dirty Frag' zero-day gives root on all major distros

A new Linux zero-day vulnerability, named Dirty Frag, allows local attackers to gain root privileges on most major Linux ...
The Hacker News

Linux Kernel Dirty Frag LPE Exploit Enables Root Access Across Major Distributions

Dirty Frag exposes Linux systems to root escalation through chained kernel flaws, impacting Ubuntu, RHEL, Fedora, and others.
Hackaday

This Week In Security: Another Linux Exploit, Ubuntu Knocked Offline, Finals Interrupted, And Backdoored Tools

After the CopyFail vulnerability gave root access from any user on almost all distributions last week, this week we’ve got DirtyFrag. This chains the vulnerability in CopyFail (xfrm-ESP) and ...
InfoQ

AWS Introduces S3 Files, Bringing File System Access to S3 Buckets

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...

'Dirty Frag' allows root on all major Linux distros - with no patch or fix available yet

A researcher shared their findings with Linux distro maintainers, but leaked before a patch was built.
Aviation Week

U.S. Space Force’s GPS Ground System Faces Uncertain Future

The GPS OCX program was slated to begin operations in 2016. Credit: RTX The Pentagon is weighing whether to cancel the U.S. Space Force's GPS enterprise’s beleaguered ground control system program ...
ZDNet

Built for a hostile internet: Canonical VP of Engineering on Ubuntu 26.04 LTS

The latest long-term support edition of Ubuntu 26.04 is here. This version is safer and faster than ever. It includes serious AI tool improvements. Canonical's new Ubuntu 26.04 Long Term Support (LTS) ...
ZDNet

I see why Ubuntu 26.04 is more than just a performance bump for thrill-seeking gamers

Ubuntu 26.04 might be the fastest release yet. With a new kernel and GNOME 50, this raccoon can run. This is also the first Wayland-only release. Ubuntu 26.04, aka Resolute Raccoon, is just a few days ...
Live Science

James Webb telescope spots 'stingray' galaxy system that could solve the mystery of 'little red dots'

Astronomy Hubble revisits stunning Trifid Nebula after 30 years, and spots a growing jet of energy — Space photo of the week Space Scientists spot object beyond Pluto with an atmosphere that shouldn't ...
The Free Press Journal

Tara Sutaria's Mumbai Home Draws Inspiration From Her Parsi Root: Step Inside The Lavish Space Designed By The Actor

Bollywood actress Tara Sutaria recently gave Farah Khan the tour of her first Mumbai home, thoughtfully designed with Parsi and English influences. Featuring a grand piano, vintage décor, curated art, ...
Fast Company

‘Exit 8’ and liminal space horror: A low-budget movie trend shaped by Gen Z’s most traumatic formative years

The scariest movie you see this year might be set in a liminal space. While studios like Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery are gearing up to release big-budget blockbusters this year, some independent ...