https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q2/40: systemd-journald in systemd 259 does not escape characters in emerg messages that awall'd to other user's terminals
Published Apr 8, 2026
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Affected Software
1 affected component
systemd systemd-journald=259
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the vulnerability ID for the issue with systemd-journald in systemd 259?
The vulnerability ID for the issue with systemd-journald in systemd 259 is CVE-2026-1234.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-1234?
CVE-2026-1234 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-1234?
To fix CVE-2026-1234, update your systemd package to the latest version provided by your distribution.
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Does CVE-2026-1234 affect all versions of systemd?
CVE-2026-1234 specifically affects systemd version 259 and may not be present in earlier versions.
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What systems are primarily affected by CVE-2026-1234?
CVE-2026-1234 primarily affects Ubuntu 26.04 pre-release images and Arch Linux.