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MEDIUM · 5.0

CVE-2013-4079

The dissect_schedule_message function in epan/dissectors/packet-gsm_cbch.c in the GSM CBCH dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop...

Vulnerability Description

The dissect_schedule_message function in epan/dissectors/packet-gsm_cbch.c in the GSM CBCH dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and application hang) via a crafted packet.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
OpensuseOpensuse11.4
WiresharkWireshark1.8.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-119

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2013-4079?

CVE-2013-4079 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The dissect_schedule_message function in epan/dissectors/packet-gsm_cbch.c in the GSM CBCH dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop...

How severe is CVE-2013-4079?

CVE-2013-4079 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4079?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opensuse Opensuse, Wireshark Wireshark.