CVE-2012-6056

UnknownEPSS 2.66%

Last modified

CVE-2012-6056 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the dissect_sack_chunk function in epan/dissectors/packet-sctp.c in the SCTP dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted Duplicate TSN count.. EPSS estimates a 2.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Integer overflow in the dissect_sack_chunk function in epan/dissectors/packet-sctp.c in the SCTP dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted Duplicate TSN count.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.66%

83.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WiresharkWireshark1.8.0
WiresharkWireshark1.8.1
WiresharkWireshark1.8.2
WiresharkWireshark1.8.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-6056?
Integer overflow in the dissect_sack_chunk function in epan/dissectors/packet-sctp.c in the SCTP dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted Duplicate TSN count.
How severe is CVE-2012-6056?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-6056 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6056?
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