CVE-2023-0666: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 07 2023(Updated: )
Due to failure in validating the length provided by an attacker-crafted RTPS packet, Wireshark version 4.0.5 and prior, by default, is susceptible to a heap-based buffer overflow, and possibly code execution in the context of the process running Wireshark.
Credit: cve@takeonme.org cve@takeonme.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/wireshark | <=3.4.10-0+deb11u1 | 2.6.20-0+deb10u4 2.6.20-0+deb10u7 4.0.6-1~deb12u1 4.0.10-1 |
| Wireshark Wireshark | >=4.0.0<4.0.6 | |
| Debian Debian Linux | =12.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2023-18.html
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/19085
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/commit/77d94aea243c3eca2be4749fce3145218fdf8b29
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2023-0666
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202309-02
- https://takeonme.org/cves/CVE-2023-0666.html
- https://www.debian.org/security/2023/dsa-5429
- https://www.wireshark.org/docs/relnotes/wireshark-4.0.6.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-0666?
CVE-2023-0666 is a vulnerability in Wireshark version 4.0.5 and prior that allows a heap-based buffer overflow and potentially code execution.
How does CVE-2023-0666 affect Wireshark?
CVE-2023-0666 affects Wireshark versions 4.0.5 and prior, putting them at risk of a heap-based buffer overflow and possible code execution.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0666?
The severity of CVE-2023-0666 is medium, with a severity value of 6.5.
How can I fix CVE-2023-0666 in Wireshark?
To fix CVE-2023-0666, update to Wireshark version 4.0.6 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-0666?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-0666 at the following references: [1] https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/19085 [2] https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202309-02 [3] https://takeonme.org/cves/CVE-2023-0666.html
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