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CVE-2015-6248

UnknownEPSS 2.98%

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CVE-2015-6248 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ptvcursor_add function in the ptvcursor implementation in epan/proto.c in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.7 does not check whether the expected amount of data is available, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 2.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ptvcursor_add function in the ptvcursor implementation in epan/proto.c in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.7 does not check whether the expected amount of data is available, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.98%

85.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
OracleLinux7
OracleSolaris11.3
WiresharkWireshark1.12.0
WiresharkWireshark1.12.1
WiresharkWireshark1.12.2
WiresharkWireshark1.12.3
WiresharkWireshark1.12.4
WiresharkWireshark1.12.5
WiresharkWireshark1.12.6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6248?
The ptvcursor_add function in the ptvcursor implementation in epan/proto.c in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.7 does not check whether the expected amount of data is available, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
How severe is CVE-2015-6248?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6248 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6248?
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