CVE-2026-0960: Loop with Unreachable Exit Condition ('Infinite Loop') in Wireshark
Published Jan 14, 2026
·Updated
HTTP3 protocol dissector infinite loop in Wireshark 4.6.0 to 4.6.2 allows denial of service
Affected Software
3 affected components
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.6.0<=4.6.2
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.4.0<4.4.13
Wireshark Wireshark>=4.6.0<4.6.3
Remediation
Information
Upgrade to version 4.6.3 or above
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 14, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:23 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 26, 58030
Event
via FIRST·05:17 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-0960?
CVE-2026-0960 has a severity rating that indicates a denial of service vulnerability in Wireshark.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-0960?
To fix CVE-2026-0960, upgrade Wireshark to version 4.6.3 or later.
3
What versions of Wireshark are affected by CVE-2026-0960?
CVE-2026-0960 affects Wireshark versions 4.6.0 to 4.6.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-0960?
CVE-2026-0960 is classified as a Loop with Unreachable Exit Condition, leading to an infinite loop.
5
What impact does CVE-2026-0960 have on users?
CVE-2026-0960 can cause denial of service during the analysis of HTTP3 protocol traffic in Wireshark.