MEDIUM · 5.9

CVE-2016-2523

The dnp3_al_process_object function in epan/dissectors/packet-dnp.c in the DNP3 dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.10 and 2.0.x before 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service...

Vulnerability Description

The dnp3_al_process_object function in epan/dissectors/packet-dnp.c in the DNP3 dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.10 and 2.0.x before 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted packet.

CVSS Score

5.9

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
WiresharkWireshark1.12.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2016-2523?

CVE-2016-2523 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). The dnp3_al_process_object function in epan/dissectors/packet-dnp.c in the DNP3 dissector in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.10 and 2.0.x before 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service...

How severe is CVE-2016-2523?

CVE-2016-2523 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2523?

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