CVE-2015-8735

Name: CVE-2015-8735
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-01-04T05:59:25.783+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-8735 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The get_value function in epan/dissectors/packet-btatt.c in the Bluetooth Attribute (aka BT ATT) dissector in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 uses an incorrect integer data type, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid write operation and application crash) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 4.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The get_value function in epan/dissectors/packet-btatt.c in the Bluetooth Attribute (aka BT ATT) dissector in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 uses an incorrect integer data type, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid write operation and application crash) via a crafted packet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.41%

90.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Wireshark	Wireshark	2.0.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 4, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8735?

How severe is CVE-2015-8735?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8735 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8735?

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Source: NVD / NIST