CVE-2023-3648: Mismatched Memory Management Routines in Wireshark

Published Jul 14, 2023
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Updated

Kafka dissector crash in Wireshark 4.0.0 to 4.0.6 and 3.6.0 to 3.6.14 allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark>=3.6.0<=3.6.14
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.0.0<=4.0.6

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade wireshark to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.0.7
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade wireshark to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.6.15

Event History

Jul 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
07:15 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-3648.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3648?

The severity of CVE-2023-3648 is medium with a score of 5.5.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-3648?

Wireshark versions 4.0.0 to 4.0.6 and 3.6.0 to 3.6.14 are affected by CVE-2023-3648.

4

How does CVE-2023-3648 allow denial of service?

CVE-2023-3648 allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-3648?

Yes, please refer to the official Wireshark security advisory for available fixes.

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