CVE-2026-40223
Medium
Description
In systemd 258 before 260, a local unprivileged user can trigger an assert when a Delegate=yes and User=<unset> unit exists and is running.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.7
Exploit probability—
ProductSystemd
PublishedApr 10, 2026
First seenApr 10, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-696CWE-696
How to fix
Update
- systemd_project systemd260 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| systemd_project systemd | 258 ≤ v < 260 | 260 |
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