CVE-2026-40225

MediumCVSS 6.4/10Last modified Jun 17, 2026

Description

In udev in systemd before 260, local root execution can occur via malicious hardware devices and unsanitized kernel output.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 6.4/10CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness enumeration

CWE-669

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Apr 10, 2026
Last modified
Jun 17, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2026-40225: Medium severity, CVSS 6.4 | Vulnix