CVE-2026-40851

8.4 HIGH
Published: May 27, 2026 Modified: May 27, 2026
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Description

A local attacker can perform a confusion attack on the cfgparser via a specially crafted file on an USB stick leading to code execution. This can result in a total loss of confidentiality, integrity and availability.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory

1 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
8.4 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.1%
4th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)