CVE-2024-0210: Uncontrolled Recursion in Wireshark

Published Jan 3, 2024
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Updated

Zigbee TLV dissector crash in Wireshark 4.2.0 allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wireshark Wireshark=4.2.0

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to versions 4.2.0 or above.

Event History

Jan 3, 2024
CVE Published
07:31 AM
Data Sourced
07:31 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-0210?

CVE-2024-0210 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-0210?

To fix CVE-2024-0210, upgrade Wireshark to a version later than 4.2.0.

3

What causes the CVE-2024-0210 vulnerability?

CVE-2024-0210 is caused by a crash in the Zigbee TLV dissector due to mishandled packet injection or crafted capture files.

4

Which versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2024-0210?

CVE-2024-0210 affects Wireshark version 4.2.0.

5

What can be the impact of CVE-2024-0210?

The impact of CVE-2024-0210 is a denial of service that can disrupt data packet analysis.

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