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rootio-linux: Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation via Unchecked Input
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-12-CVE-2025-40258
Summary
The rootio-linux package for certain Debian systems has a security issue that allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges without proper authentication. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access and control of the system. 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-2025-40258 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-40258 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