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rootio-linux: Unpatched Root Access Possible in Debian Linux System
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2025-40115
Summary
A security patch has been released for the rootio-linux package in Debian Linux to prevent unauthorized access to the root user. This issue affects systems running Debian 11 and can be fixed by updating to a patched version of the software. Users should update their systems as soon as possible to ensure security.
What to do
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.247-1.root.io.42.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 | 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 |
Original title
CVE-2025-40115 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-40115 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 12 Mar 2026 · Updated: 13 Mar 2026 · First seen: 13 Mar 2026