CVE-2012-4286
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CVE-2012-4286 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The pcapng_read_packet_block function in wiretap/pcapng.c in the pcap-ng file parser in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted pcap-ng file.. EPSS estimates a 1.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The pcapng_read_packet_block function in wiretap/pcapng.c in the pcap-ng file parser in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted pcap-ng file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sunos | 5.11 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.8.0 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.8.1 |
References
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2012-24.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2012-24.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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