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rootio-linux root access compromised via malicious package
ROOT-OS-UBUNTU-2204-CVE-2025-68768
Summary
The rootio-linux package had a security weakness that allowed attackers to gain unauthorized root access. This could have let malicious users take control of the system. An update has been released to fix this issue, and it's recommended to apply it to stay secure.
What to do
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.15.0-171.181.root.io.78.
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.15.0-173.183.root.io.80.
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.15.0-174.184.root.io.81.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.15.0-171.181.root.io.78 | 5.15.0-171.181.root.io.78 |
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.15.0-173.183.root.io.80 | 5.15.0-173.183.root.io.80 |
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.15.0-174.184.root.io.81 | 5.15.0-174.184.root.io.81 |
Original title
CVE-2025-68768 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-68768 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Ubuntu:22.04. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 8 Apr 2026 · Updated: 9 Apr 2026 · First seen: 14 Mar 2026