CVE-2012-4049
UnknownEPSS 1.65%
Last modified
CVE-2012-4049 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. epan/dissectors/packet-nfs.c in the NFS dissector in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.14, 1.6.x before 1.6.9, and 1.8.x before 1.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 1.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
epan/dissectors/packet-nfs.c in the NFS dissector in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.14, 1.6.x before 1.6.9, and 1.8.x before 1.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a crafted packet.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.0 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.1 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.2 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.3 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.4 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.5 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.6 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.7 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.8 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.9 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.10 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.11 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.12 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.4.13 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.8.0 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.0 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.1 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.2 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.3 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.4 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.5 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.6 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.7 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.6.8 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 11.4 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 12.1 |
References
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2012-12.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2012-12.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4049?
epan/dissectors/packet-nfs.c in the NFS dissector in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.14, 1.6.x before 1.6.9, and 1.8.x before 1.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a crafted packet.
How severe is CVE-2012-4049?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4049 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4049?
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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