CVE-2026-40224
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Local Privilege Escalation in systemd-machined via varlink

Publication date: 2026-04-10

Last updated on: 2026-04-27

Assigner: MITRE

Description
In systemd 259 before 260, there is local privilege escalation in systemd-machined because varlink can be used to reach the root namespace.
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Published
2026-04-10
Last Modified
2026-04-27
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-04-10
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-40224
EUVD
EUVD-2026-21396
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Vendor Product Version / Range
systemd_project systemd From 259 (inc) to 259.3 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-863 The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in systemd versions 259 before 260. It is a local privilege escalation issue in the systemd-machined component. The vulnerability arises because varlink can be used to access the root namespace, allowing a user with limited privileges to escalate their privileges.

Impact Analysis

The impact of this vulnerability is that an attacker with local access and limited privileges can escalate their privileges to root. This means they could gain full control over the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, modification, or destruction of data and system resources.

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