CVE-2006-0151

CVE-2006-0151 is a high-severity vulnerability in Todd Miller Sudo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

sudo 1.6.8 and other versions does not clear the PYTHONINSPECT environment variable, which allows limited local users to gain privileges via a Python script, a variant of CVE-2005-4158.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0151?
sudo 1.6.8 and other versions does not clear the PYTHONINSPECT environment variable, which allows limited local users to gain privileges via a Python script, a variant of CVE-2005-4158.
How severe is CVE-2006-0151?
CVE-2006-0151 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0151 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0151?
CVE-2006-0151 primarily affects Todd Miller Sudo. In total, 40 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0151?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-0151 published?
CVE-2006-0151 was published on 2006-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (40)

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