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CVE-2026-40224: In systemd 259 before 260, there is local privilege escalation in systemd-machined because varlink can be used to reach...

MEDIUM CVSS 5.5 EPSS 0.01%

Published: April 10, 2026 | Last Modified: April 10, 2026

Description

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

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.01% (2th percentile)

Low exploitation probability based on current threat landscape data. Standard patching timeline is appropriate.

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