CVE-2023-42363: Use After Free
First published: Mon Nov 27 2023(Updated: )
A use-after-free vulnerability was discovered in xasprintf function in xfuncs_printf.c:344 in BusyBox v.1.36.1.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Busybox Busybox | =1.36.1 | |
| debian/busybox | <=1:1.30.1-6<=1:1.35.0-4<=1:1.36.1-9 |
Remedy
https://git.busybox.net/busybox/commit/editors/awk.c?id=fb08d43d44d1fea1f741fafb9aa7e1958a5f69aa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42363?
CVE-2023-42363 is a use-after-free vulnerability discovered in the xasprintf function in BusyBox v.1.36.1.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42363?
CVE-2023-42363 has a severity rating of medium (5.5).
How does CVE-2023-42363 affect BusyBox?
CVE-2023-42363 affects BusyBox version 1.36.1.
How can the use-after-free vulnerability in CVE-2023-42363 be exploited?
The use-after-free vulnerability in CVE-2023-42363 can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-42363?
Yes, a fix for CVE-2023-42363 is available in the latest version of BusyBox.
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