CVE-2023-42365: Use After Free
First published: Mon Nov 27 2023(Updated: )
A use-after-free vulnerability was discovered in BusyBox v.1.36.1 via a crafted awk pattern in the awk.c copyvar function.
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=0256e00a9d077588bd3a39f5a1ef7e2eaa2911e4
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42365?
The severity of CVE-2023-42365 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How does CVE-2023-42365 affect BusyBox?
CVE-2023-42365 affects BusyBox version 1.36.1.
What is the vulnerability in CVE-2023-42365?
CVE-2023-42365 is a use-after-free vulnerability in BusyBox's awk.c copyvar function.
How can I fix CVE-2023-42365?
To fix CVE-2023-42365, update BusyBox to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-42365?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-42365 at the following link: [https://bugs.busybox.net/show_bug.cgi?id=15871](https://bugs.busybox.net/show_bug.cgi?id=15871).
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