CVE-2013-4928: High severity wireshark vulnerability

Published Jul 29, 2013
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Updated

Integer signedness error in the dissectheaders function in epan/dissectors/packet-btobex.c in the Bluetooth OBEX dissector in Wireshark 1.10.x before 1.10.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.0

Event History

Jul 29, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-4928?

CVE-2013-4928 has a moderate severity level as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-4928?

To fix CVE-2013-4928, update Wireshark to version 1.10.1 or later.

3

What component of Wireshark is affected by CVE-2013-4928?

CVE-2013-4928 affects the Bluetooth OBEX dissector in Wireshark.

4

Can CVE-2013-4928 result in data loss?

CVE-2013-4928 does not specifically lead to data loss, but it causes an infinite loop leading to denial of service.

5

Which versions of Wireshark are impacted by CVE-2013-4928?

Wireshark versions prior to 1.10.1, specifically version 1.10.0, are impacted by CVE-2013-4928.

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