CVE-2024-11596: Buffer Over-read in Wireshark

Published Nov 21, 2024
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Updated

ECMP dissector crash in Wireshark 4.4.0 to 4.4.1 and 4.2.0 to 4.2.8 allows denial of service via packet injection or crafted capture file

Affected Software

3 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.4.0<=4.4.1, >=4.2.0<=4.2.8
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.2.0<4.2.9
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.4.0<4.4.2

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to version 4.4.2, 4.2.9 or above.

Event History

Nov 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:30 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11596?

CVE-2024-11596 has a severity rating that indicates a denial of service vulnerability due to a crash in the ECMP dissector.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-11596?

To fix CVE-2024-11596, upgrade your Wireshark installation to version 4.4.2 or later, or 4.2.9 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-11596?

CVE-2024-11596 affects Wireshark versions between 4.4.0 to 4.4.1 and 4.2.0 to 4.2.8.

4

How can CVE-2024-11596 be exploited?

CVE-2024-11596 can be exploited through packet injection or by using a crafted capture file.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2024-11596?

The potential consequence of CVE-2024-11596 is a denial of service, leading to application crashes.

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