CVE-2015-8722: Input Validation

Published Jan 4, 2016

Updated

epan/dissectors/packet-sctp.c in the SCTP dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.9 and 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not validate the frame pointer, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted packet.

Affected Software

10 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

Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.0

Event History

Jan 4, 2016

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8722?

CVE-2015-8722 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8722?

To fix CVE-2015-8722, upgrade Wireshark to version 1.12.9 or later, or version 2.0.1 or later.

What impact does CVE-2015-8722 have on affected software?

CVE-2015-8722 allows remote attackers to crash the application through a crafted packet, leading to service disruption.

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2015-8722?

Affected versions include Wireshark 1.12.0 through 1.12.8 and 2.0.0.

Can CVE-2015-8722 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-8722 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted SCTP packets.