CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedA buffer overflow vulnerability in the ftype() routine of the gawk program's "extension/readdir.c" file could lead to program crashes and potentially allow for code execution, although the latter remains unverified. This issue affects gawk versions 5.4.0 and earlier, making it critical for users and organizations that rely on this tool for text processing to prioritize patching or upgrading to mitigate potential risks.
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Original NVD Description
Buffer overflow vulnerability has been found in "extension/readdir.c" program file of gawk (ftype() routine). This issue could be used to crash the program and potentially to achieve code execution, although the latter has not been confirmed to be feasible. It affects gawk in versions 5.4.0 and below.
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