CVE-2026-41527 — MEDIUM (6.9)

Vulnerability Description

KDE Kleopatra before 26.08.0 on Windows allows local users to obtain the privileges of a Kleopatra user, because there is an error in the mechanism (KUniqueService) for ensuring that only one instance is running.

CVSS Score

6.9

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:L

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-670

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-41527?

CVE-2026-41527 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). KDE Kleopatra before 26.08.0 on Windows allows local users to obtain the privileges of a Kleopatra user, because there is an error in the mechanism (KUniqueService) for ensuring that only one instance...

How severe is CVE-2026-41527?

CVE-2026-41527 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-41527?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.