CVE-2021-22191
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 3.64%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22191 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper URL handling in Wireshark 3.4.0 to 3.4.3 and 3.2.0 to 3.2.11 could allow remote code execution via via packet injection or crafted capture file.. EPSS estimates a 3.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper URL handling in Wireshark 3.4.0 to 3.4.3 and 3.2.0 to 3.2.11 could allow remote code execution via via packet injection or crafted capture file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 3.2.0, <= 3.2.11 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 3.4.0, <= 3.4.3 |
| Oracle | Zfs Storage Appliance | 8.8 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cves/-/blob/master/2021/CVE-2021-22191.jsonThird Party Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/17232Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/03/msg00041.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202107-21Third Party Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuApr2021.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2021-03.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cves/-/blob/master/2021/CVE-2021-22191.jsonThird Party Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/17232Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/03/msg00041.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202107-21Third Party Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuApr2021.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2021-03.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22191?
Improper URL handling in Wireshark 3.4.0 to 3.4.3 and 3.2.0 to 3.2.11 could allow remote code execution via via packet injection or crafted capture file.
How severe is CVE-2021-22191?
CVE-2021-22191 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22191?
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-2021-22191?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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