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Root Package Tar: Unpatched Versions Leave System to Root Access

ROOT-APP-NPM-GHSA-qffp-2rhf-9h96
Summary

A security patch has been released for Root's tar package, which fixes a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to a system. If you're using an unpatched version of the package, update to the latest version to protect your system. This patch is available for Root users.

What to do
  • Update rootio @rootio/tar to version 6.2.1-root.io.5.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
rootio @rootio/tar <= 6.2.1-root.io.5 6.2.1-root.io.5
Original title
GHSA-qffp-2rhf-9h96 in @rootio/tar - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched GHSA-qffp-2rhf-9h96 in the @rootio/tar package for Root:npm. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 6 Mar 2026 · Updated: 6 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026