CVE-2026-6869
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2026-6869 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. WebSocket protocol dissector crash in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.14 allows denial of service. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
WebSocket protocol dissector crash in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.14 allows denial of service
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 4.4.0, <= 4.4.14 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | >= 4.6.0, <= 4.6.4 |
References
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/work_items/21190Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2026-44.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/work_items/21190Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-6869?
WebSocket protocol dissector crash in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.4 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.14 allows denial of service
How severe is CVE-2026-6869?
CVE-2026-6869 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-6869?
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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