CVE-2013-5718
First published: Fri Sep 13 2013(Updated: )
The dissect_nbap_T_dCH_ID function in epan/dissectors/packet-nbap.c in the NBAP dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.10 and 1.10.x before 1.10.2 does not restrict the dch_id value, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | =1.8.9 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.10.0 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | =1.10.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://anonsvn.wireshark.org/viewvc?view=revision&revision=51195
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-09/msg00050.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-09/msg00052.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54812
- http://secunia.com/advisories/55022
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2756
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=9005
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A18784
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2013-55.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5718?
CVE-2013-5718 has a high severity due to its ability to trigger application crashes, leading to denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5718?
To fix CVE-2013-5718, upgrade Wireshark to version 1.8.10 or 1.10.2 or later.
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2013-5718?
CVE-2013-5718 affects Wireshark versions 1.8.0 through 1.8.9 and versions 1.10.0 through 1.10.1.
What types of exploitation are possible with CVE-2013-5718?
Exploitation of CVE-2013-5718 could allow remote attackers to send crafted packets that crash the Wireshark application.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-5718?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2013-5718; the best approach is to update the software to mitigate the risk.
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- version/wireshark wireshark/1.10.0
- version/wireshark wireshark/1.10.1