CVE-2013-3555: Input Validation

Published May 25, 2013
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Updated

epan/dissectors/packet-gtpv2.c in the GTPv2 dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.7 calls incorrect functions in certain contexts related to ciphers, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a malformed packet.

Affected Software

11 affected components
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
openSUSE openSUSE=11.4
openSUSE openSUSE=12.2
openSUSE openSUSE=12.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.0
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.1
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.2
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.4
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.5
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.6

Event History

May 25, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3555?

CVE-2013-3555 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3555?

To fix CVE-2013-3555, users should upgrade to Wireshark version 1.8.7 or later.

3

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2013-3555?

Wireshark versions 1.8.0 through 1.8.6 are affected by CVE-2013-3555.

4

What causes the vulnerability CVE-2013-3555?

CVE-2013-3555 is caused by incorrect function calls in the GTPv2 dissector when processing malformed packets.

5

Can CVE-2013-3555 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2013-3555 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted packets to the vulnerable application.

Contact

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