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CVE-2016-6512

UnknownEPSS 7.60%

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CVE-2016-6512 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. epan/dissectors/packet-wap.c in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 omits an overflow check in the tvb_get_guintvar function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted packet, related to the MMSE, WAP, WBXML, and WSP dissectors.. EPSS estimates a 7.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

epan/dissectors/packet-wap.c in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 omits an overflow check in the tvb_get_guintvar function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted packet, related to the MMSE, WAP, WBXML, and WSP dissectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
7.60%

93.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WiresharkWireshark2.0.0
WiresharkWireshark2.0.1
WiresharkWireshark2.0.2
WiresharkWireshark2.0.3
WiresharkWireshark2.0.4

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6512?
epan/dissectors/packet-wap.c in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.5 omits an overflow check in the tvb_get_guintvar function, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted packet, related to the MMSE, WAP, WBXML, and WSP dissectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-6512?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6512 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6512?
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