CVE-2007-6438: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 19, 2007
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the SMB dissector in Wireshark (formerly Ethereal) 0.99.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors. NOTE: this identifier originally included MP3 and NCP, but those issues are already covered by CVE-2007-6111.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wireshark Wireshark=0.99.6

Event History

Dec 19, 2007
CVE Published
10:46 PM
Dec 20, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-6438?

CVE-2007-6438 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-6438?

To fix CVE-2007-6438, upgrade to a version of Wireshark that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2007-6438?

CVE-2007-6438 specifically affects Wireshark version 0.99.6.

4

Can CVE-2007-6438 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-6438 can be exploited by remote attackers.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2007-6438?

CVE-2007-6438 involves an unspecified weakness in the SMB dissector in Wireshark.

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