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Explore a critical vulnerability in x86 architecture that enables local privilege escalation across multiple operating systems. Delve into the technical details of this "feature" that, when improperly handled by OS vendors, can be exploited on Windows, macOS, and certain Linux distributions. Learn from security researchers Nemanja Mulasmajic and Nicolas Peterson as they present their findings in this 49-minute Black Hat conference talk. Gain insights into the potential impact on other x86-based operating systems and understand the implications for system security. Access the full abstract and additional materials to deepen your understanding of this significant security issue.
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Why so Spurious? Achieving Local Privilege Escalation on Operating Systems
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