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CVE-2012-0041

UnknownEPSS 2.03%

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CVE-2012-0041 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The dissect_packet function in epan/packet.c in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.11 and 1.6.x before 1.6.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long packet in a capture file, as demonstrated by an airopeek file.. EPSS estimates a 2.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The dissect_packet function in epan/packet.c in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.11 and 1.6.x before 1.6.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long packet in a capture file, as demonstrated by an airopeek file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.03%

78.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WiresharkWireshark1.4.0
WiresharkWireshark1.4.1
WiresharkWireshark1.4.2
WiresharkWireshark1.4.3
WiresharkWireshark1.4.4
WiresharkWireshark1.4.5
WiresharkWireshark1.4.6
WiresharkWireshark1.4.7
WiresharkWireshark1.4.8
WiresharkWireshark1.4.9
WiresharkWireshark1.4.10
WiresharkWireshark1.6.0
WiresharkWireshark1.6.1
WiresharkWireshark1.6.2
WiresharkWireshark1.6.3
WiresharkWireshark1.6.4
RedhatEnterprise Linux5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0041?
The dissect_packet function in epan/packet.c in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.11 and 1.6.x before 1.6.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long packet in a capture file, as demonstrated by an airopeek file.
How severe is CVE-2012-0041?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0041 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0041?
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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Source: NVD / NIST