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CVE-2002-1827: Sendmail 8.9.0 through 8.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service by obtaining an exclusive loc...

Sendmail 8.9.0 through 8.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service by obtaining an exclusive lock on the (1) alias, (2) map, (3) statistics, and (4) pid files.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2002-1827 is an old Sendmail denial-of-service issue. A local user on a server running Sendmail 8.9.0 through 8.12.3 could lock key Sendmail files and disrupt mail service. It is not described as a remote compromise or data theft issue in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix/Linux systems still running Sendmail 8.9.0 through 8.12.3, especially shared systems where untrusted local users have shell or process access. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected servers still support business-critical mail or shared local access. Prioritize remediation where mail disruption would affect operations or compliance workflows. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Sendmail 8.9.0 through 8.12.3.; Review the Sendmail Locking Advisory for vendor-approved remediation.; Upgrade or replace affected Sendmail versions per vendor guidance..

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