CVE-2026-41054 | jirka-h haveged prior 1.9.21 src/havegecmd.c socket_handler privilege escalation

A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in jirka-h haveged. Affected by this issue is the function socket_handler of the file src/havegecmd.c. Such manipulation leads to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2026-41054. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.

Upgrading the affected component is recommended.