CVE-2026-78971: n/a
Description
In Halo <= 2.25.4, the plugin management feature allows users to install/update malicious plugins, which could let attackers execute any command with Halo process permissions.
CVSS v3.1
Score 4.6medium
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability exists in Halo's plugin management system in versions <= 2.25.4. It permits users to install or update plugins that may be malicious, potentially leading to arbitrary command execution under the Halo process's privileges. The CVSS score is 4.6, indicating a medium severity level. The attack vector is network-based with low attack complexity and requires privileges and user interaction. The impact affects confidentiality and integrity but not availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker who can exploit this vulnerability may execute arbitrary commands with the same permissions as the Halo process. This could lead to unauthorized actions within the system where Halo is running, compromising confidentiality and integrity of data handled by Halo. There is no indication of availability impact or known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict plugin installation and updates to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious plugin activity.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-25T00:00:00.000Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0759aacd9273b4935f3cf
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 20:52:42 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:08:12 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:15 UTC
Views: 113
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