CVE-2016-7958
UnknownEPSS 2.19%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7958 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Wireshark 2.2.0, the NCP dissector could crash, triggered by packet injection or a malformed capture file. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/CMakeLists.txt by registering this dissector.. EPSS estimates a 2.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Wireshark 2.2.0, the NCP dissector could crash, triggered by packet injection or a malformed capture file. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/CMakeLists.txt by registering this dissector.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.2.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93463Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=12945Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-57.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93463Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=12945Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-57.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7958?
In Wireshark 2.2.0, the NCP dissector could crash, triggered by packet injection or a malformed capture file. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/CMakeLists.txt by registering this dissector.
How severe is CVE-2016-7958?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7958 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7958?
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-2016-7958?
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