USN-8116-1: Linux kernel (Intel IoTG Real-time) vulnerabilities

Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system. This update corrects flaws in the following subsystems: - PowerPC architecture; - x86 architecture; - Block layer subsystem; - Cryptographic API; - ACPI drivers; - ATM...

Malicious code in meditek (npm)

--- -= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=- Source: ghsa-malware 79ebeff786b44dfe1e4d9920b228a143335564879c286690455423f754824a88 Any computer that has this package installed or running should be considered fully compromised. All secrets and keys stored on that computer should be...

The vulnerability of the Android operating system, allowing a hacker to execute arbitrary code

The vulnerability of the MediaTek driver for the Android operating system is related to access control deficiencies. Exploiting this vulnerability allows a malicious actor to execute arbitrary code of a local malware application within the kernel context. This issue is considered “high” because i...

CVE-2016-2456

CVE-2016-2456 affects the MediaTek Wi‑Fi driver in Android One devices (pre May 1, 2016). The issue is an elevation of privilege via a crafted app, tied to internal bug 27275187. Root cause details are not provided beyond this description. The Android Security Bulletin indicates patch levels of M...