CVE-2002-0247: Buffer overflows in wmtv 0.6.5 and earlier may allow local users to gain privileges.

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CVE-2002-0247 describes buffer overflows in wmtv 0.6.5 and earlier that may let a local user gain higher privileges. This is not a remote internet-facing issue from the supplied evidence, but it matters on systems where untrusted users can log in and the old wmtv package remains installed. Likely limited to legacy Unix or Linux systems that installed wmtv 0.6.5 or earlier. Exposure depends on local user access and package presence. The bundle does not identify network services, default installations, or current supported products. Treat this as a legacy hygiene and local privilege risk. It is not shown as actively exploited, but any affected multi-user system should be cleaned up because local privilege escalation can turn limited access into broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for wmtv and remove it if unnecessary.; Upgrade or replace wmtv according to Debian DSA-108 or distribution guidance.; Restrict local interactive access on affected systems until remediated..

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Jul 1, 2026, 07:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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