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CVE-2018-10380: kwallet-pam in KDE KWallet before 5.12.6 allows local users to obtain ownership of arbitrary files via a sy...

kwallet-pam in KDE KWallet before 5.12.6 allows local users to obtain ownership of arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2018-10380 affects kwallet-pam in KDE KWallet before 5.12.6. A local user could exploit a symlink handling flaw to take ownership of arbitrary files. This is mainly a workstation or Linux desktop risk, not a remote network-entry issue.

Executive priority

Prioritize patching managed Linux desktops and shared systems where untrusted local users may log in. Treat as lower urgency than remote code execution, but do not ignore it on multi-user environments.

Technical view

The source description identifies a local symlink attack in kwallet-pam before KDE KWallet 5.12.6 that can change ownership of arbitrary files. That can undermine file permissions and may support local privilege escalation depending on the targeted file and system configuration.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on Linux desktops or servers with KDE KWallet kwallet-pam installed and enabled for PAM login flows, especially versions before 5.12.6 or unfixed distribution builds.

Exploitation context

The bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or cited active exploitation. The attack requires local user access. Public evidence is limited to vendor and distribution references, so internet-scale exploitation should not be assumed.

Researcher notes

The source bundle lacks CVSS, CWE, and detailed affected CPEs. Analysis is based on the CVE description, KDE fix references, KDE advisory, and Debian DSA-4200. Avoid assuming affected distributions beyond cited vendor evidence.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade KDE KWallet kwallet-pam to 5.12.6 or a fixed distribution package.
  • Apply Debian DSA-4200 updates where applicable.
  • Check KDE and OS vendor advisories for supported fixed package names.
  • Reduce unnecessary local shell or desktop accounts on affected systems.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory systems with KDE KWallet or kwallet-pam installed.
  • Verify package versions are 5.12.6 or vendor-fixed builds.
  • Confirm PAM login configuration uses or does not use kwallet-pam.
  • Check package changelogs for CVE-2018-10380 or referenced KDE fixes.
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