Researchers release exploit for AnyDesk Linux flaw allowing root access
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute code as root without authentication or approval from the user. It affects AnyDesk Linux 8.0.2, according to Cyber Security News, and was fixed in version 8.0.3. The Hacker News reports that the patch arrived in June without an assigned CVE.
- Cyber Security News identifies the vulnerability as AnyPwn.
Covered by 2 publishers within 4 hours of the first report.
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The Hacker News Researchers Publish Working Exploit for Pre-Auth AnyDesk Linux Flaw That Gives Root Access · info@thehackernews.com (The Hacker News)
Cyber Security News AnyDesk Linux Flaw Lets Remote Attackers Execute Code as Root Without Authentication · Guru Baran