CVE-2016-6503
UnknownEPSS 6.44%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6503 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The CORBA IDL dissectors in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 on 64-bit Windows platforms do not properly interact with Visual C++ compiler options, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 6.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The CORBA IDL dissectors in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 on 64-bit Windows platforms do not properly interact with Visual C++ compiler options, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.0 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.1 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.2 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.3 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.4 |
References
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-39.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-39.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6503?
The CORBA IDL dissectors in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 on 64-bit Windows platforms do not properly interact with Visual C++ compiler options, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
How severe is CVE-2016-6503?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6503 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6503?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-6503?
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