CVE-2016-7175
UnknownEPSS 1.31%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7175 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. epan/dissectors/packet-qnet6.c in the QNX6 QNET dissector in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.6 mishandles MAC address data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted packet.. EPSS estimates a 1.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
epan/dissectors/packet-qnet6.c in the QNX6 QNET dissector in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.6 mishandles MAC address data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and 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 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.5 |
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036760Third Party Advisory
- https://code.wireshark.org/review/16965Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-50.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036760Third Party Advisory
- https://code.wireshark.org/review/16965Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-50.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7175?
epan/dissectors/packet-qnet6.c in the QNX6 QNET dissector in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.6 mishandles MAC address data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted packet.
How severe is CVE-2016-7175?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7175 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7175?
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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