Spectrum Scale Exploit Analysis
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Exploit code enabling a user to gain root access to a system running vulnerable versions of Spectrum Scale (GPFS) surfaced online. We've undertaken an analysis of this exploit code and written a safe script that you can use to check if your Spectrum Scale installation is vulnerable as well as some best practice advice for securing your installation.