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CVE-2017-17935

The File_read_line function in epan/wslua/wslua_file.c in Wireshark through 2.2...

High CVSS 7.5

Overview

The File_read_line function in epan/wslua/wslua_file.c in Wireshark through 2.2.11 does not properly strip '\n' characters, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer underflow and application crash) via a crafted packet that triggers the attempted processing of an empty line.

CWE: CWE-125 Published: 2017-12-27T17:08:22.953
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 7.5 (HIGH)
  • 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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