Summary:
- Researchers at Nextron, a cybersecurity company, have discovered a previously unknown backdoor in the Linux operating system that could be used by attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems.
- The backdoor, dubbed "Plague," is a sophisticated piece of malware that can evade detection and provide remote control capabilities to the attacker.
- This discovery highlights the importance of keeping Linux systems up-to-date with the latest security patches and the need for ongoing vigilance in the face of evolving cyber threats.