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rootio-linux: Unpatched Root Access via Unrestricted File Creation
ROOT-OS-UBUNTU-2204-CVE-2025-38377
Summary
A security issue in rootio-linux could allow an attacker with certain privileges to create arbitrary files, potentially leading to root access on a system running rootio-linux. This vulnerability was patched by the developers, and users should update to a fixed version to prevent exploitation. If you're running rootio-linux, check for and install the latest updates.
What to do
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.15.0-164.174.root.io.60.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.15.0-164.174.root.io.60 | 5.15.0-164.174.root.io.60 |
Original title
CVE-2025-38377 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-38377 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Ubuntu:22.04. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 16 Mar 2026 · Updated: 16 Mar 2026 · First seen: 16 Mar 2026