# Gnoppix Security Announcement - 2026-11-05T03:02:32.362-05:00

**URL:** <https://forum.gnoppix.org/t/gnoppix-security-announcement-2026-11-05t0332-362-05-00/7814>\
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**Created:** [November 5, 2026, 8:02am UTC](https://forum.gnoppix.org/t/gnoppix-security-announcement-2026-11-05t0332-362-05-00/7814 "2026-11-05T08:02:32Z")\
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**Post date:** [November 5, 2026, 8:02am UTC](https://forum.gnoppix.org/t/gnoppix-security-announcement-2026-11-05t0332-362-05-00/7814/1 "2026-11-05T08:02:33Z")

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**GSA-6608-1: Puppet-Agent Security Update Resolves Code Injection Risk**

Gnoppix Security has released a critical update for puppet-agent, addressing a remote code execution vulnerability. All users are urged to upgrade their systems immediately.

**What Is Fixed and Who Is Affected?**

The update patches a flaw in the Puppet agent that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability affects Gnoppix 24/25 (oldstable) and Gnoppix 26 (stable).

> **Critical Warning:** Exploitation of this flaw could lead to full system compromise without user interaction.

**Affected Versions and Gnoppix 24/25**

- **Gnoppix 24/25 (oldstable):** Upgrade the `puppet-agent` package to the latest patched version.
- **Gnoppix 26 (stable):** Upgrade the `puppet-agent` package to the latest patched version.

**Action Required**

Update your systems via the standard package manager. Security for Gnoppix 27 (testing) is handled separately. - Please update your systems.