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rootio-linux: Unpatched Root Access via Exploited System Configuration

ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2023-53640
Summary

The rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11 had a security issue that allowed an attacker to gain root access to the system if they exploited a specific configuration. This has been fixed by Root in a recent update, so you should check for and apply the latest patch to ensure your system is secure.

What to do
  • Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.247-1.root.io.42.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
– rootio-linux <= 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 5.10.247-1.root.io.42
Original title
CVE-2023-53640 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2023-53640 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