CVE-2016-4085: Input Validation
Published Apr 25, 2016
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in epan/dissectors/packet-ncp2222.inc in the NCP dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a long string in a packet.
Affected Software
16 affected components
Oracle Solaris=11.3
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
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=1.12.9
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.10
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.0
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.1
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.2
Remediation
Event History
Apr 25, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4085?
CVE-2016-4085 has a high severity, allowing for application crashes or potential denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-4085?
To fix CVE-2016-4085, upgrade to Wireshark version 1.12.11 or later.
3
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2016-4085?
CVE-2016-4085 affects Wireshark versions 1.12.0 through 1.12.10 and 2.0.0 through 2.0.2.
4
Can CVE-2016-4085 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-4085 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted packets.
5
What types of impact can CVE-2016-4085 cause?
CVE-2016-4085 can lead to application crashes and potentially other unspecified impacts.