CVE-2026-96421
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-96421 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. USB HID protocol dissector infinite loop and memory leak in 4.6.0 to 4.6.8 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.18 allows denial of service.
Description
USB HID protocol dissector infinite loop and memory leak in 4.6.0 to 4.6.8 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.18 allows denial of service
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark Foundation | Wireshark | >= 4.6.0, < 4.6.9; >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.19 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Received
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96421?
USB HID protocol dissector infinite loop and memory leak in 4.6.0 to 4.6.8 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.18 allows denial of service
How severe is CVE-2026-96421?
CVE-2026-96421 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-96421?
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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