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rootio-linux: Unpatched Root Access Possible via Malicious Input

ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-12-CVE-2024-28956
Summary

The rootio-linux package on Root:Debian:12 contained a security issue that could have allowed an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the system. This has been fixed by the developer, and users are advised to update their package to a patched version to prevent potential exploitation.

What to do
  • Update rootio-linux to version 6.1.159-1.root.io.75.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
– rootio-linux <= 6.1.159-1.root.io.75 6.1.159-1.root.io.75
Original title
CVE-2024-28956 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2024-28956 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