Vulnerability Description
epan/dissectors/packet-spice.c in the SPICE dissector in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.2 mishandles capability data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (large 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
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark | Wireshark | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=12151
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-16.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=12151
- https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2016-16.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4419?
CVE-2016-4419 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). epan/dissectors/packet-spice.c in the SPICE dissector in Wireshark 2.x before 2.0.2 mishandles capability data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (large loop) via a crafted pa...
How severe is CVE-2016-4419?
CVE-2016-4419 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-2016-4419?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wireshark Wireshark.