BootKitty UEFI malware exploits LogoFAIL to infect Linux systems

December 2, 2024 at 01:08PM The ‘Bootkitty’ UEFI bootkit, the first malware targeting Linux systems, exploits CVE-2023-40238 (known as ‘LogoFAIL’) to infect computers with vulnerable UEFI firmware. This discovery highlights a significant security threat for Linux users. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Introduction of ‘Bootkitty’:** A new UEFI bootkit known as ‘Bootkitty’ has been identified, targeting … Read more