CVE-2015-8714: Input Validation
Published Jan 4, 2016
·Updated
The dissectdcomOBJREF function in epan/dissectors/packet-dcom.c in the DCOM dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.9 does not initialize a certain IPv4 data structure, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
9 affected components
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
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.7
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.8
Event History
Jan 4, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8714?
CVE-2015-8714 has a medium severity rating, as it can lead to a denial of service through application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-8714?
To fix CVE-2015-8714, upgrade Wireshark to version 1.12.9 or later.
3
What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2015-8714?
Wireshark versions 1.12.0 to 1.12.8 are affected by CVE-2015-8714.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2015-8714 enable?
CVE-2015-8714 enables remote attackers to execute denial of service attacks leading to application crashes.
5
Who can exploit CVE-2015-8714?
Any remote attacker can exploit CVE-2015-8714 by sending a crafted packet to the affected Wireshark application.