Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Sudo Affects Local Users
CVE-2002-0184

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Sudo Project
Status: Sudo
Vendor: CVE Published:; 16 May 2002

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What is CVE-2002-0184?

The vulnerability in Sudo arises from an off-by-one error that can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow. This flaw allows local users to exploit the -p (prompt) argument by injecting special characters that are not correctly managed, potentially granting them root privileges. Proper validation and management of this argument are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.