Local User Exploitation in Sudo Tool Affects Sudoers Plugin
CVE-2015-8239

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Sudo Project
Status: Sudo
Vendor: CVE Published:; 10 October 2017

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What is CVE-2015-8239?

The vulnerability in the sudoers plugin of Sudo versions from 1.8.7 onwards allows local users with write permissions on specific commands to replace them before execution. This issue can lead to unauthorized access and execution of commands, undermining system security. It highlights the importance of proper permission settings and user role management to prevent potential misuse.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

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