CVE-2026-123040
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CVE-2026-123040 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker who gains the ability to execute arbitrary code on a system with TrueConf Server (Linux) versions from 4.7.2 up to, but not including, 5.5.6 installed, running as the user trueconf (by exploiting some other vulnerability), can elevate their privileges to root.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker who gains the ability to execute arbitrary code on a system with TrueConf Server (Linux) versions from 4.7.2 up to, but not including, 5.5.6 installed, running as the user trueconf (by exploiting some other vulnerability), can elevate their privileges to root.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| TrueConf | TrueConf Server | >= 4.7.2, < 5.5.6 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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