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rootio-linux: Unpatched Root Access via Malicious File
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2024-26842
Summary
The rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11 has a vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain root access to the system by exploiting a malicious file. This could allow an attacker to take control of the entire system. Users should update to a patched version of the package as soon as possible.
What to do
- Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.247-1.root.io.42.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | rootio-linux | <= 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 | 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 |
Original title
CVE-2024-26842 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2024-26842 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 12 Mar 2026 · Updated: 13 Mar 2026 · First seen: 13 Mar 2026