Loop with Unreachable Exit Condition ('Infinite Loop') in Wireshark
CVE-2024-0211

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Wireshark
Status
Wireshark
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 January 2024

What is CVE-2024-0211?

A denial of service vulnerability has been identified in Wireshark 4.2.0, specifically affecting the DOCSIS dissector. The flaw allows attackers to trigger a crash by injecting malicious packets or using crafted capture files. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to service disruption, impacting the functionality of Wireshark for legitimate users. Users are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Wireshark 4.2.0 < 4.2.1

References

https://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2024-05.html
https://gitlab.com/wireshark/wireshark/-/issues/19557
issue-tracking

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2024-0211 : Loop with Unreachable Exit Condition ('Infinite Loop') in Wireshark