🚨 An AI found one Linux kernel bug... but completely missed its sibling.
That missed flaw became Bad Epoll (CVE-2026-46242).
A tiny race condition in Linux's epoll subsystem can let an ordinary local user become root with a 99% reliable exploit. It affects Linux systems and can even be chained in Android attack scenarios.
In my latest deep dive, I break down:
🔍 Why the vulnerability stayed hidden ⚡ How a 10-instruction race window was weaponized 🧠 Why AI detected one bug but missed this one 💥 The exploit chain from race condition to root shell 🛡️ Detection, mitigation, and patch guidance
📖 Full article: https://thecybersecguru.com/exploits/cve-2026-46242-bad-epoll-linux-vulnerability/
🔁 Repost to help more Linux users and security professionals stay informed.
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