CVE-2020-7045: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Jan 16, 2020
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Updated

In Wireshark 3.0.x before 3.0.8, the BT ATT dissector could crash. This was addressed in epan/dissectors/packet-btatt.c by validating opcodes.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark>=3.0.0<3.0.8
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Jan 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:07 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7045?

CVE-2020-7045 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for the Wireshark application to crash.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-7045?

To fix CVE-2020-7045, upgrade Wireshark to version 3.0.8 or later.

3

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2020-7045?

CVE-2020-7045 affects Wireshark versions prior to 3.0.8, specifically the 3.0.x series.

4

Does CVE-2020-7045 affect Debian Linux?

Yes, CVE-2020-7045 affects Debian Linux 9.0 when running an affected version of Wireshark.

5

What component of Wireshark is impacted by CVE-2020-7045?

CVE-2020-7045 impacts the BT ATT dissector component of Wireshark.

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