CVE-2015-6242
Description
The wmem_block_split_free_chunk function in epan/wmem/wmem_allocator_block.c in the wmem block allocator in the memory manager in Wireshark 1.12.x before 1.12.7 does not properly consider a certain case of multiple realloc operations that restore a memory chunk to its original size, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (incorrect free operation and application crash) via a crafted packet.
Risk Information
Base Score
6.2
MODERATE
Vector
AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
EPSS Score
Exploitation Probability
0.569
Associated Vulnerability
| Vulnerability | OS Platform |
|---|---|
| Multiple vulnerabilities affected in Wireshark (X64) 1.12.6 | Windows |
| Multiple vulnerabilities affected in Wireshark 1.12.6 | Windows |
Patch Details
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| Patch ID | Patch Description |
|---|---|
| PATCH-343288 | Wireshark (X64) (4.4.2) |
| PATCH-338541 | Wireshark (3.6.24) |
References
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-1234
https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2023-1234