https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q2/228: plasma-login-manager: Weaknesses in plasmaloginauthhelper (CVE-2026-25710)
Published Apr 27, 2026
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Affected Software
1 affected component
KDE plasma-login-manager=6.6.2
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-25710?
CVE-2026-25710 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation to root.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-25710?
To fix CVE-2026-25710, you should update the plasma-login-manager to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-25710?
CVE-2026-25710 affects the KDE plasma-login-manager software.
4
What are the implications of CVE-2026-25710?
The implications of CVE-2026-25710 include unauthorized access and control over the system due to privilege escalation.
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Who can exploit CVE-2026-25710?
CVE-2026-25710 can be exploited by any unauthorized user with access to the plasmalogin service.