CVE-2026-15163
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2026-15163 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple protocol dissector infinite loops in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.6 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.16 allow denial of service. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple protocol dissector infinite loops in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.6 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.16 allow denial of service
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.17 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 4.6.0, < 4.6.7 |
References
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2026-61.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-15163?
Multiple protocol dissector infinite loops in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.6 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.16 allow denial of service
How severe is CVE-2026-15163?
CVE-2026-15163 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-15163?
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.
How Strix Helps
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