CVE-2018-9269: High severity Wireshark Wireshark vulnerability

Published Apr 4, 2018
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Updated

In Wireshark 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, epan/dissectors/packet-giop.c has a memory leak.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark>=2.2.0<=2.2.13
Wireshark Wireshark>=2.4.0<=2.4.5
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0

Event History

Apr 4, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9269?

CVE-2018-9269 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its memory leak impact.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-9269?

To fix CVE-2018-9269, upgrade Wireshark to version 2.4.6 or later, or 2.2.14 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2018-9269?

CVE-2018-9269 affects Wireshark versions 2.4.0 to 2.4.5 and 2.2.0 to 2.2.13, as well as Debian 7.0 and 8.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9269?

CVE-2018-9269 is a memory leak vulnerability found in Wireshark's GIOP dissector.

5

How can I verify if I am affected by CVE-2018-9269?

You can verify if you're affected by checking the Wireshark version installed on your system and comparing it with the affected version range.

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