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rootio-linux: Unpatched Software Allows Unauthorized Root Access

ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2022-49440
Summary

The rootio-linux package for Debian 11 is affected by a security issue that allows attackers to gain unauthorized root access. This is a serious issue because it gives hackers control over your system. To protect yourself, update the rootio-linux package to the latest patched version.

What to do
  • Update rootio-linux to version 5.10.247-1.root.io.42.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versionsFix available
– rootio-linux <= 5.10.247-1.root.io.42 5.10.247-1.root.io.42
Original title
CVE-2022-49440 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2022-49440 in the rootio-linux package for Root:Debian:11. Multiple fixed versions available.
Published: 7 Mar 2026 · Updated: 13 Mar 2026 · First seen: 7 Mar 2026