CVE-2015-8727: Input Validation

Published Jan 4, 2016

Updated

The dissectrsvpcommon function in epan/dissectors/packet-rsvp.c in the RSVP dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.9 and 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not properly maintain request-key data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free 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-2015-8727?

CVE-2015-8727 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can lead to an application crash.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8727?

To fix CVE-2015-8727, upgrade Wireshark to version 1.12.9 or later for the 1.12.x branch or version 2.0.1 or later for the 2.0.x branch.

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2015-8727?

CVE-2015-8727 affects Wireshark versions 1.12.0 through 1.12.8 and 2.0.0.

What type of attack is possible due to CVE-2015-8727?

CVE-2015-8727 allows remote attackers to exploit a use-after-free vulnerability, leading to potential application crashes.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-8727?

There is no specific workaround for CVE-2015-8727; upgrading to a patched version is the recommended action.