CVE-2026-40941: Cacti: Package Import Signature Validation Bypass Allows Self-Signed Packages

Published Jun 25, 2026
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Updated

Cacti is an open source performance and fault management framework. Versions 1.2.30 and prior have a package import signature validation bypass allows which allows self-signed packages. This issue has been fixed in version 1.2.31.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cacti Cacti<=1.2.30
Cacti Cacti=1.2.31
Cacti Cacti<1.2.31

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Cacti to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.2.31

Event History

Jun 25, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:01 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-40941?

CVE-2026-40941 has a severity rating of 7.1, which falls into the high severity category.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-40941?

To fix CVE-2026-40941, upgrade to Cacti version 1.2.31 or later.

3

What problem does CVE-2026-40941 present?

CVE-2026-40941 allows a package import signature validation bypass, which can permit self-signed packages.

4

Which versions of Cacti are affected by CVE-2026-40941?

Cacti versions 1.2.30 and prior are affected by CVE-2026-40941.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-40941?

The impact of CVE-2026-40941 includes potential unauthorized installation of self-signed packages in Cacti.

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