CVE-2026-40224

Name: CVE-2026-40224
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-04-10T16:16:33.113+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 0.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-40224 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. In systemd 259 before 260, there is local privilege escalation in systemd-machined because varlink can be used to reach the root namespace.. EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In systemd 259 before 260, there is local privilege escalation in systemd-machined because varlink can be used to reach the root namespace.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.08%

0.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-863

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Systemd Project	Systemd	>= 259, < 259.3

References

https://github.com/systemd/systemd/security/advisories/GHSA-6pwp-j5vg-5j6mVendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-40224?

In systemd 259 before 260, there is local privilege escalation in systemd-machined because varlink can be used to reach the root namespace.

How severe is CVE-2026-40224?

CVE-2026-40224 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-40224?

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