The Linux kernel has been purged of a bug that gave root access to untrusted users again. Intel is grappling with what many are calling a processor design flaw impacting CPUs used in Linux, Windows and some MacOS systems. Google has issued patches addressing a bevy of flaws, 11 of which are rated critical, including a bug rated critical by the tech giant. Read the full article on how the Linux kernel was purged from the operating system and how the bug was fixed.
Source: https://threatpost.com/linux-kernel-bug-reemerges-091510/74477/