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rootio-linux: Unauthenticated Code Execution via Specially Crafted Request

ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2023-53781
Summary

The rootio-linux package contains a vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code without needing to authenticate. This could potentially allow an attacker to take control of a system. Root has released a patch to fix this issue, so update your software to the latest version to protect your system.

What to do
  • Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.249-1.root.io.52.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
– rootio-linux <= 5.10.249-1.root.io.52 5.10.249-1.root.io.52
Original title
CVE-2023-53781 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2023-53781 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 6 Mar 2026 · Updated: 6 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026