CVE-2012-0041: Input Validation
Published Apr 11, 2012
·Updated
The dissectpacket function in epan/packet.c in Wireshark 1.4.x before 1.4.11 and 1.6.x before 1.6.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long packet in a capture file, as demonstrated by an airopeek file.
Affected Software
17 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.0
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.1
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.2
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.4
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.5
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.6
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.7
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.8
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.9
Wireshark Wireshark=1.4.10
Wireshark Wireshark=1.6.0
Wireshark Wireshark=1.6.1
Wireshark Wireshark=1.6.2
Wireshark Wireshark=1.6.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.6.4
redhat Enterprise Linux=5
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 11, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0041?
CVE-2012-0041 has a severity rating that indicates it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-0041?
To fix CVE-2012-0041, upgrade to Wireshark version 1.4.11 or later, or 1.6.5 or later.
3
What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2012-0041?
CVE-2012-0041 affects Wireshark versions 1.4.0 through 1.4.10 and 1.6.0 through 1.6.4.
4
Can CVE-2012-0041 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-0041 can be exploited remotely via specially crafted packet files.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-2012-0041?
Yes, patches are available in the updated versions of Wireshark that address CVE-2012-0041.