CVE-2002-0184: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-0184: Sudo before 1.6.6 contains an off-by-one error that can result in a heap-based buffer overflow that may all...

Sudo before 1.6.6 contains an off-by-one error that can result in a heap-based buffer overflow that may allow local users to gain root privileges via special characters in the -p (prompt) argument, which are not properly expanded.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2002-0184 is an old sudo flaw that could let a logged-in local user become root. The issue is in how sudo handled special characters in the password prompt option before version 1.6.6. It matters mainly for legacy Unix/Linux systems still running very old sudo packages. Exposure is most likely on unmanaged legacy Linux or Unix hosts, embedded systems, old appliances, lab images, or archived server builds with sudo earlier than 1.6.6 installed. Treat as high priority only where legacy systems remain in service. It is not a modern internet-facing remote issue, but on affected hosts it can convert a normal local account into full root control. Mitigation focus: Identify systems with sudo installed and confirm package versions.; Upgrade sudo using vendor-supported packages or vendor advisory guidance.; Ensure sudo is at least version 1.6.6 where applicable..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 14:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 2, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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