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MEDIUM · 6.4

CVE-2026-40225

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

Vulnerability Description

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

CVSS Score

6.4

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
PHYSICAL
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Systemd ProjectSystemd< 257.13

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-669

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-40225?

CVE-2026-40225 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). In udev in systemd before 260, local root execution can occur via malicious hardware devices and unsanitized kernel output.

How severe is CVE-2026-40225?

CVE-2026-40225 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-40225?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Systemd Project Systemd.