The "driver" referred to in the message is not a generic USB driver. It is a on macOS or a libusb-based driver on Windows/Linux that allows checkra1n to:
: Try running the checkra1n application and the driver installation as an Administrator. Right-click on the executable and select "Run as administrator." checkra1n app required to install a driver to work correctly
Use a command like sudo apt-get install ideviceinstaller python-imobiledevice libimobiledevice-utils ifuse usbmuxd on Debian-based systems. The "driver" referred to in the message is
He tried to unplug the cable, but a spark jumped from the port, stinging his fingers. On the phone's screen, the checkra1n logo began to animate. The skull’s jaw opened, and lines of emerald-green code poured out like liquid. checkra1n app required to install a driver to work correctly