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rootio-linux: Rootkit Installation Can Be Triggered Remotely
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-12-CVE-2023-53851
Summary
A security issue was found in the rootio-linux package, which could allow an attacker to remotely install a rootkit on a server. This could give the attacker full control over the server, compromising its security and data. Update to the latest version of rootio-linux to fix this issue.
What to do
- Update rootio-linux to version 6.1.159-1.root.io.75.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | rootio-linux | <= 6.1.159-1.root.io.75 | 6.1.159-1.root.io.75 |
Original title
CVE-2023-53851 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2023-53851 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:12. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 6 Mar 2026 · Updated: 6 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026