CVE-2012-4287
UnknownEPSS 2.45%
Last modified
CVE-2012-4287 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. epan/dissectors/packet-mongo.c in the MongoDB dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a small value for a BSON document length.. EPSS estimates a 2.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
epan/dissectors/packet-mongo.c in the MongoDB dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a small value for a BSON document length.
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-2012-14.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2012-14.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4287?
epan/dissectors/packet-mongo.c in the MongoDB dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop and CPU consumption) via a small value for a BSON document length.
How severe is CVE-2012-4287?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4287 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4287?
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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