CVE-2011-3266
First published: Wed Aug 24 2011(Updated: )
The proto_tree_add_item function in Wireshark 1.6.0 through 1.6.1 and 1.4.0 through 1.4.8, when the IKEv1 protocol dissector is used, allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via vectors involving a malformed IKE packet and many items in a tree.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.6.0 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.6.1 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.7 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.2 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.0 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.5 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.4 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.6 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.3 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.1 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.4.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025875
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8351
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2011-13.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49377
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2011:138
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-11/msg00022.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-11/msg00021.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/69411
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15042
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/519049/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3266?
CVE-2011-3266 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service due to an infinite loop.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3266?
To fix CVE-2011-3266, you should upgrade to a version of Wireshark that is not affected, such as Wireshark 1.6.2 or later.
What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2011-3266?
CVE-2011-3266 affects Wireshark versions 1.6.0 through 1.6.1 and 1.4.0 through 1.4.8.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-3266 involve?
CVE-2011-3266 involves a user-assisted remote attacker exploiting a malformed IKE packet.
Can CVE-2011-3266 be exploited without user interaction?
No, CVE-2011-3266 requires user-assisted action to exploit the vulnerability.
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