CVE-2016-9372: Input Validation

Published Nov 17, 2016
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Updated

In Wireshark 2.2.0 to 2.2.1, the Profinet I/O dissector could loop excessively, triggered by network traffic or a capture file. This was addressed in plugins/profinet/packet-pn-rtc-one.c by rejecting input with too many I/O objects.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark=2.2.0
Wireshark Wireshark=2.2.1

Event History

Nov 17, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:48 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:48 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9372?

CVE-2016-9372 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9372?

To fix CVE-2016-9372, upgrade Wireshark to version 2.2.2 or later.

3

What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2016-9372?

CVE-2016-9372 affects Wireshark versions 2.2.0 and 2.2.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9372?

CVE-2016-9372 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by excessive looping in the Profinet I/O dissector.

5

Can CVE-2016-9372 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-9372 can be triggered by specially crafted network traffic or capture files.

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