What Version of Sudo Is Pre-Installed on Ubuntu 24.04?

This article confirms the specific sudo version included in the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release and explains how to verify it on your system. It covers the default package details and provides the necessary terminal commands to check your current installation status.

Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ships with sudo version 1.9.15p2 pre-installed. This version includes specific security patches and features relevant to the Noble Numbat release cycle.

To verify the version on your specific installation, open a terminal and execute the following command:

sudo -V

The output will display the sudo version number at the top of the information block. Regularly updating your system ensures you receive the latest security fixes for this critical utility.