CVE-2023-4511: Loop with Unreachable Exit Condition ('Infinite Loop') in Wireshark
First published: Thu Aug 24 2023(Updated: )
BT SDP dissector infinite loop in Wireshark 4.0.0 to 4.0.7 and 3.6.0 to 3.6.15 allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file
Credit: cve@gitlab.com cve@gitlab.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark Wireshark | >=3.6.0<=3.6.15 | |
| Wireshark Wireshark | >=4.0.0<=4.0.7 | |
| >=3.6.0<=3.6.15 | ||
| >=4.0.0<=4.0.7 |
Remedy
Upgrade to version 4.0.8, 3.6.16 or above.
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Reference Links
- https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/19258
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6HCUPLDY7HLPO46PHMGIJSUBJFTT237C/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/L4AVRUYSHDNEAJILVSGY5W6MPOMG2YRF/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/TRKHFQPWFU7F3OXTL6IEIQSJG6FVXZTZ/
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2023-24.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/02/msg00016.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-4511?
CVE-2023-4511 is a vulnerability in Wireshark that allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file.
Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2023-4511?
Wireshark versions 4.0.0 to 4.0.7 and 3.6.0 to 3.6.15 are affected by CVE-2023-4511.
How severe is CVE-2023-4511?
CVE-2023-4511 has a severity value of 7.5 (high).
How can CVE-2023-4511 be exploited?
CVE-2023-4511 can be exploited through packet injection or by using a crafted capture file.
Are there any references for CVE-2023-4511?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2023-4511 at the following links: [Link 1](https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/19258), [Link 2](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6HCUPLDY7HLPO46PHMGIJSUBJFTT237C/), [Link 3](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/L4AVRUYSHDNEAJILVSGY5W6MPOMG2YRF/)
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