CVE-2018-9256
UnknownEPSS 2.34%
Last modified
CVE-2018-9256 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, the LWAPP dissector could crash. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/packet-lwapp.c by limiting the encapsulation levels to restrict the recursion depth.. EPSS estimates a 2.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, the LWAPP dissector could crash. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/packet-lwapp.c by limiting the encapsulation levels to restrict the recursion depth.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 2.2.0, <= 2.2.13 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 2.4.0, <= 2.4.5 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
References
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=14467Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/01/msg00010.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2018-20.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=14467Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/01/msg00010.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2018-20.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-9256?
In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, the LWAPP dissector could crash. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/packet-lwapp.c by limiting the encapsulation levels to restrict the recursion depth.
How severe is CVE-2018-9256?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9256 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9256?
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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