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rootio-linux: Unpatched Scripts Can Be Run as Root
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2023-53547
Summary
The rootio-linux package for Debian 11 has a security issue that allows malicious scripts to run with elevated privileges. This could potentially allow an attacker to take control of the system. Root has released a patch to fix this issue, so it's essential to update the package to the latest version.
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-2023-53547 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2023-53547 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