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rootio-linux: Root Access Bypass via Sudo
ROOT-OS-DEBIAN-11-CVE-2025-40220
Summary
The rootio-linux package has a security issue that allows an attacker to bypass sudo access, potentially gaining root access to the system. This affects Root:Debian:11 and has been patched. Updates are available to fix the issue, and it's recommended to apply them.
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-2025-40220 in rootio-linux - Patched by Root
Original description
Root has patched CVE-2025-40220 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