DirtyDecrypt

A proof-of-concept exploit code has been released for a Linux kernel vulnerability known as DirtyDecrypt, which could allow for local privilege escalation. The vulnerability was discovered by the Zellic and V12 security team on May 9, 2026. It was found to be a duplicate of a previously known vulnerability.

A proof-of-concept exploit is available for a recently patched local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Linux kernel's rxgk module, allowing attackers to gain root access on some Linux systems. The vulnerability is a DirtyDecrypt Linux root escalation flaw. This exploit poses a security risk to affected Linux systems.