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CVE-2015-0563

epan/dissectors/packet-smtp.c in the SMTP dissector in Wireshark 1.10.x before 1...

Medium CVSS 5.0

Overview

epan/dissectors/packet-smtp.c in the SMTP dissector in Wireshark 1.10.x before 1.10.12 and 1.12.x before 1.12.3 uses an incorrect length value for certain string-append operations, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted packet.

CWE: CWE-20 Published: 2015-01-10T02:59:41.553
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 5.0 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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