CVE-2002-0819: Format string vulnerability in artsd, when called by artswrapper, allows local users to gain privileges via...

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This is an old local privilege-escalation issue in artsd when started through artswrapper. A logged-in user could abuse unsafe error-message handling to gain higher privileges. The supplied sources do not identify affected versions or a specific patch, so exposure depends on whether legacy artsd/artswrapper components remain installed. Likely limited to legacy systems where artsd is present and callable through artswrapper by local users. The bundle lists affected vendor and product as n/a, so exact package and version exposure cannot be confirmed from these sources alone. Prioritize remediation where legacy Linux or KDE-era desktop systems still allow local user access. Business urgency is lower for modern environments without these components, but high for shared legacy hosts because successful exploitation could escalate a normal account to privileged access. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for installed artsd and artswrapper components.; Remove or disable these legacy components if not required.; Check operating-system or distribution advisories for package-specific fixes..

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Jul 1, 2026, 06:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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