CVE-2016-6509: Input Validation
Published Aug 6, 2016
·Updated
epan/dissectors/packet-ldss.c in the LDSS dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.13 and 2.x before 2.0.5 mishandles conversations, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
18 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=1.12.9
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.10
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.11
Wireshark Wireshark=1.12.12
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.0
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.1
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.2
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.3
Wireshark Wireshark=2.0.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 6, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6509?
CVE-2016-6509 has a high severity rating due to its ability to cause a denial of service through application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6509?
To fix CVE-2016-6509, upgrade to Wireshark version 1.12.13 or 2.0.5 or later.
3
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2016-6509?
CVE-2016-6509 affects Wireshark versions 1.12.0 through 1.12.12 and 2.0.0 through 2.0.4.
4
What kind of attack does CVE-2016-6509 allow for?
CVE-2016-6509 allows remote attackers to conduct denial of service attacks by sending crafted packets.
5
Is CVE-2016-6509 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2016-6509 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited over the network.