CVE-2015-7724: AMD fglrx-driver before 15.9 allows local users to gain privileges via a symlink attack.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-7724 is a local privilege escalation issue in AMD fglrx-driver before 15.9. A person who already has local access to an affected Linux system could abuse a symlink-related flaw to gain higher privileges. This is mainly a risk for legacy systems still running old proprietary AMD graphics drivers. Exposure is likely limited to Linux endpoints or servers with AMD fglrx-driver versions earlier than 15.9 installed. The attacker needs local user access, so internet-facing exposure is indirect unless an attacker first obtains a local account or code execution path. Handle during legacy Linux remediation unless affected hosts are multi-user or high-value. Raise priority where untrusted users can log in locally, because successful exploitation could turn limited access into administrative control. Mitigation focus: Upgrade AMD fglrx-driver to 15.9 or later where vendor-supported.; Remove unsupported legacy fglrx installations if no longer required.; Check vendor or distribution guidance for replacement driver options..

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Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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