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CVE Series: Polkit (CVE-2021-4034)
The Polkit vulnerability (CVE-2021-4034) is a critical vulnerability impacting every major Linux distribution. Its attack vector allows privilege escalation and can even give the attacker root access. Exploit and mitigate this vulnerability in this hands-on course that gives you the skills you need to protect your organization.
Course Overview
You should have a functional understanding of the Linux command line in order to execute key commands to exploit and mitigate this vulnerability in a virtual lab environment.
Learning Objectives
This course specifically covers a critical vulnerability that could affect your organization. By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Define the Polkit vulnerability, describe its root cause, and communicate its significance to key organizational stakeholders
- Exploit the vulnerability with publicly available exploit code
- Mitigate the vulnerability using multiple different methods
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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