CVE-2002-1253: Abuse 2.00 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via command line arguments that specify altern...

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CVE-2002-1253 is a local privilege escalation issue in Abuse 2.00 and earlier. A local user could make the program load alternate Lisp scripts that run with elevated privileges, potentially allowing file changes or command execution at that higher privilege level. Exposure appears limited to systems that still have Abuse 2.00 or earlier installed and run it with elevated privileges. The source bundle lists vendor and product metadata as n/a, so validation should use host inventory and package evidence. Treat as a legacy local privilege-risk item. Prioritize remediation where shared Unix-like systems, labs, or older game packages still exist; otherwise handle through normal vulnerability hygiene and inventory cleanup. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove unnecessary Abuse 2.00 or earlier installations.; Check vendor or distribution guidance for fixed packages or safe packaging changes.; Ensure Abuse is not installed or launched with elevated privileges..

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Jun 30, 2026, 03:57 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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