CVE-2014-6429: Input Validation
Published Sep 20, 2014
·Updated
The SnifferDecompress function in wiretap/ngsniffer.c in the DOS Sniffer file parser in Wireshark 1.10.x before 1.10.10 and 1.12.x before 1.12.1 does not properly handle empty input data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
11 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.0
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.1
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.2
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.4
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.5
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.6
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.7
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.8
Wireshark Wireshark=1.10.9
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.0
Remediation
Event History
Sep 20, 2014
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-2014-6429?
CVE-2014-6429 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to an application crash.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-6429?
To mitigate CVE-2014-6429, you should upgrade Wireshark to version 1.10.10 or 1.12.1 or later.
3
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2014-6429?
CVE-2014-6429 affects Wireshark versions 1.10.0 through 1.10.9 and 1.12.0.
4
Can CVE-2014-6429 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-6429 can be exploited by remote attackers using crafted files.
5
What symptoms indicate an issue with CVE-2014-6429?
Symptoms of CVE-2014-6429 include unexpected crashes and denial of service in the Wireshark application.