CVE-2021-42379 | BusyBox up to 1.33.2 awk Applet next_input_file use after free (Nessus ID 214387)
A vulnerability was found in BusyBox up to 1.33.2. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function next_input_file of the component awk Applet. The manipulation leads to use after free.
This vulnerability is known as CVE-2021-42379. The attack can be launched remotely. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.