Vulnerability Description
The pcapng_read_if_descr_block function in wiretap/pcapng.c in the pcapng parser in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.8 uses too many levels of pointer indirection, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect free and application crash) via a crafted packet that triggers interface-filter copying.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Solaris | 11.3 |
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 1.12.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-10/msg00053.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3505
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinoct2015-2511968.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77101
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/78723
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033953
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2015-30.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-624
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=11455Issue TrackingVendor Advisory
- https://code.wireshark.org/review/gitweb?p=wireshark.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=72497918
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-10/msg00053.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3505
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinoct2015-2511968.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77101
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/78723
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-7830?
CVE-2015-7830 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The pcapng_read_if_descr_block function in wiretap/pcapng.c in the pcapng parser in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.8 uses too many levels of pointer indirection, which allows remote attackers to cause a...
How severe is CVE-2015-7830?
CVE-2015-7830 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-7830?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Oracle Solaris, Wireshark Wireshark.