Vulnerability Description
The mp2t_find_next_pcr function in wiretap/mp2t.c in the MP2T file parser in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not reserve memory for a trailer, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer overflow and application crash) via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79382
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034551
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2015-54.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=11820
- https://code.wireshark.org/review/gitweb?p=wireshark.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=baa3eab7
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201604-05
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79382
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034551
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2015-54.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=11820
- https://code.wireshark.org/review/gitweb?p=wireshark.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=baa3eab7
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201604-05
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8736?
CVE-2015-8736 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The mp2t_find_next_pcr function in wiretap/mp2t.c in the MP2T file parser in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 does not reserve memory for a trailer, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of serv...
How severe is CVE-2015-8736?
CVE-2015-8736 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-8736?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wireshark Wireshark.