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rootio-linux: Malicious Code Execution Through Specially Crafted Input

ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2025-40279
Summary

The rootio-linux package in Root:Debian:11 has a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute malicious code on your system. This could happen if you use a specially crafted input, potentially leading to unauthorized access to your system. Make sure to update to the patched version to fix this issue.

What to do
  • Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.249-1.root.io.52.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
– rootio-linux <= 5.10.249-1.root.io.52 5.10.249-1.root.io.52
Original title
CVE-2025-40279 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-40279 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