CVE-2015-8731: Input Validation

Published Jan 4, 2016

Updated

The dissctrslipaccessmsg function in epan/dissectors/packet-rsl.c in the RSL dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.9 and 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not reject unknown TLV types, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read 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-2015-8731?

CVE-2015-8731 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service through application crash.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8731?

To fix CVE-2015-8731, upgrade Wireshark to version 1.12.9 or 2.0.1 or later.

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2015-8731?

CVE-2015-8731 affects Wireshark versions 1.12.0 to 1.12.8 and 2.0.0.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8731?

CVE-2015-8731 is a remote denial of service vulnerability caused by improper handling of unknown TLV types.

Can CVE-2015-8731 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-8731 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted packets to the vulnerable Wireshark application.