CVE-2015-6246: Input Validation
Published Aug 24, 2015
·Updated
The dissectwapayload function in epan/dissectors/packet-waveagent.c in the WaveAgent dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.7 mishandles large tag values, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
9 affected components
ORACLE Linux=7
Oracle Solaris=11.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.0
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.1
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.2
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.3
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.4
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.5
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.6
Remediation
Event History
Aug 24, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6246?
CVE-2015-6246 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-6246?
You can fix CVE-2015-6246 by upgrading to Wireshark version 1.12.7 or later.
3
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2015-6246?
Wireshark versions 1.12.0 to 1.12.6 are affected by CVE-2015-6246.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2015-6246 facilitate?
CVE-2015-6246 facilitates denial of service attacks by exploiting mishandled large tag values.
5
Is CVE-2015-6246 limited to Wireshark, or does it affect other software?
CVE-2015-6246 specifically affects certain versions of Wireshark and does not directly affect other software.