CVE-2026-40004
openssl.cnf Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in ZTE Cloud PC Client uSmartview
5.5CVSSMEDIUM
Description
There exists an openssl.cnf privilege escalation vulnerability in ZTE Cloud PC client uSmartview. An attacker can execute arbitrary code locally and escalate privileges.
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:PAttack VectorPhysical
AC:HAttack ComplexityHigh
PR:LPrivileges RequiredLow
UI:RUser InteractionRequired
Scope
S:CScopeChanged
Impact
C:HConfidentialityHigh
I:LIntegrityLow
A:NAvailabilityNone
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Exploitability
Official Patch Available
MITRE ATT&CK
1 technique Persistence
References
Timeline
Published
May 7, 2026
Last Updated
May 13, 2026
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