CVE-2010-4538: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in the sectenttecdmxda function in epan/dissectors/packet-enttec.c in Wireshark 1.4.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted ENTTEC DMX packet with Run Length Encoding (RLE) compression.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-4538?
CVE-2010-4538 has a high severity rating due to potential exploitation leading to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4538?
To fix CVE-2010-4538, upgrade to a version of Wireshark later than 1.4.2 that has addressed this vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2010-4538 facilitate?
CVE-2010-4538 facilitates denial of service attacks and potentially allows for remote code execution.
Which version of Wireshark is affected by CVE-2010-4538?
Wireshark version 1.4.2 is specifically affected by CVE-2010-4538.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2010-4538?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2010-4538 by sending a crafted ENTTEC DMX packet with Run Length Encoding (RLE) compression to the target Wireshark application.