CVE-2023-42364
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42364 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A use-after-free vulnerability in BusyBox v.1.36.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted awk pattern in the awk.c evaluate function.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability in BusyBox v.1.36.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted awk pattern in the awk.c evaluate function.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Busybox | Busybox | 1.36.1 |
References
- https://bugs.busybox.net/show_bug.cgi?id=15868Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.busybox.net/show_bug.cgi?id=15868Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42364?
A use-after-free vulnerability in BusyBox v.1.36.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted awk pattern in the awk.c evaluate function.
How severe is CVE-2023-42364?
CVE-2023-42364 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42364?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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