CVE-2026-40228

Name: CVE-2026-40228
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-04-10T16:16:33.753+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-40228 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In systemd 259, systemd-journald can send ANSI escape sequences to the terminals of arbitrary users when a "logger -p emerg" command is executed, if ForwardToWall=yes is set.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In systemd 259, systemd-journald can send ANSI escape sequences to the terminals of arbitrary users when a "logger -p emerg" command is executed, if ForwardToWall=yes is set.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.17%

7.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-669

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Systemd Project	Systemd	259

References

https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/04/08/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/05/1

Timeline

Published: Apr 10, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-40228?

In systemd 259, systemd-journald can send ANSI escape sequences to the terminals of arbitrary users when a "logger -p emerg" command is executed, if ForwardToWall=yes is set.

How severe is CVE-2026-40228?

CVE-2026-40228 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-40228?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST