CVE-2026-95394: Unchecked Input for Loop Condition in Wireshark

Published Sep 29, 2026
·
Updated

Microsoft Network Monitor file parser large loop in 4.6.0 to 4.6.8 and 4.4.0 to 4.4.18 allows denial of service

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wireshark Foundation Wireshark>=4.6.0<=4.6.8, >=4.4.0<=4.4.18

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Wireshark to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.6.9

Event History

Sep 29, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:33 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which deployments are affected?

Affected versions are Wireshark 4.6.0 through 4.6.8 and 4.4.0 through 4.4.18, specifically when processing Microsoft Network Monitor files.

2

What would an attacker need to do to trigger the issue?

An attacker would need to persuade a user to open or process a crafted Microsoft Network Monitor file. The CVSS vector indicates local access, no privileges, high attack complexity, and user interaction are required.

3

What is the impact if exploitation succeeds?

The stated impact is denial of service caused by a large loop in the Microsoft Network Monitor file parser. The supplied CVSS vector indicates no confidentiality or integrity impact, with high availability impact.

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