CVE-2013-4930: Input Validation

Published Jul 29, 2013
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Updated

The dissectdvbcitpduhdr function in epan/dissectors/packet-dvbci.c in the DVB-CI dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.9 and 1.10.x before 1.10.1 does not validate a certain length value before decrementing it, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure and application exit) via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

10 affected components
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
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.7
Wireshark Wireshark=1.8.8
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-2013-4930?

CVE-2013-4930 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to assertion failures in Wireshark.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-4930?

To fix CVE-2013-4930, upgrade to Wireshark version 1.8.9 or later for the 1.8.x series, or version 1.10.1 or later for the 1.10.x series.

3

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2013-4930?

CVE-2013-4930 affects Wireshark versions 1.8.0 to 1.8.8 and 1.10.0.

4

What kind of attack can be executed using CVE-2013-4930?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2013-4930 to cause a denial of service through assertion failures.

5

Is CVE-2013-4930 a remote vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2013-4930 can be exploited by remote attackers.

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