CVE-2018-9273
UnknownEPSS 2.19%
Last modified
CVE-2018-9273 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, epan/dissectors/packet-pcp.c has a memory leak.. EPSS estimates a 2.19% 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, epan/dissectors/packet-pcp.c has a memory leak.
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 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=14488Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4217Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2018-24.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=14488Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4217Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2018-24.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-9273?
In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, epan/dissectors/packet-pcp.c has a memory leak.
How severe is CVE-2018-9273?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9273 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9273?
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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