CVE-2008-4682: Input Validation
First published: Wed Oct 22 2008(Updated: )
wtap.c in Wireshark 0.99.7 through 1.0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application abort) via a malformed Tamos CommView capture file (aka .ncf file) with an "unknown/unexpected packet type" that triggers a failed assertion.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark Wireshark | =0.99.8 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.0.1 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.0 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.0.2 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.0.3 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.0.0 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =0.99.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31838
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=2926
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021069
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2008-06.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32355
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:215
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4462
- http://wiki.rpath.com/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0336
- http://shinnok.evonet.ro/vulns_html/wireshark.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31468
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-082.htm
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2009-0313.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34144
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2872
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45505
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6622
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14705
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10955
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499154/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4682?
CVE-2008-4682 has a severity rating that indicates it can allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service in the affected Wireshark versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4682?
To fix CVE-2008-4682, upgrade to a Wireshark version that is later than 1.0.3 or 0.99.8 to ensure the vulnerability is patched.
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2008-4682?
CVE-2008-4682 affects Wireshark versions 0.99.7 through 1.0.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4682?
CVE-2008-4682 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability triggered by malformed Tamos CommView capture files.
Can CVE-2008-4682 be exploited by local users?
CVE-2008-4682 can primarily be exploited by remote attackers through the use of specially crafted .ncf files.
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