CVE-2026-6536
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2026-6536 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. DLMS/COSEM protocol dissector infinite loop in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
DLMS/COSEM protocol dissector infinite loop in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 4.6.0, <= 4.6.4 |
References
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/21065Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2026-25.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/work_items/21065Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-6536?
DLMS/COSEM protocol dissector infinite loop in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4
How severe is CVE-2026-6536?
CVE-2026-6536 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-6536?
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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