CVE-2015-8741: Input Validation
Published Jan 4, 2016
·Updated
The dissectppi function in epan/dissectors/packet-ppi.c in the PPI dissector in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not initialize a packet-header data structure, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
1 affected component
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
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8741?
CVE-2015-8741 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-8741?
To fix CVE-2015-8741, upgrade Wireshark to version 2.0.1 or later.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2015-8741?
CVE-2015-8741 affects Wireshark version 2.0.0.
4
What kind of attack does CVE-2015-8741 facilitate?
CVE-2015-8741 allows remote attackers to crash the Wireshark application via crafted packets.
5
Is CVE-2015-8741 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2015-8741 is a remote vulnerability, allowing exploitation from a malicious packet.