https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2025/q2/79: vulnerabilities in busybox tar and cpio tools

Published Apr 23, 2025
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
Busybox Busybox
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39810?

CVE-2023-39810 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability affecting BusyBox tar and cpio tools.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-39810?

To fix CVE-2023-39810, users should upgrade to the latest patched version of BusyBox.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-39810?

CVE-2023-39810 affects systems using the BusyBox tar and cpio tools, which are typically found in embedded and minimal Linux environments.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2023-39810?

CVE-2023-39810 can potentially be exploited through crafted archive files that allow for arbitrary code execution.

5

Is CVE-2023-39810 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2023-39810 is considered a local vulnerability as an attacker must have local access to execute the exploit.

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