CVE-2011-1956
EPSS 5.3%
Description
The bytes_repr_len function in Wireshark 1.4.5 uses an incorrect pointer argument, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via arbitrary TCP traffic.
How to fix CVE-2011-1956
To remediate CVE-2011-1956, upgrade the affected package to a fixed version below.
- Debian/wireshark—upgrade to 1.4.6-1 or later
Is CVE-2011-1956 being exploited?
Moderate — EPSS is 5.3%. Track this CVE but it's not at the top of the prioritisation list.
Affected packages (1)
- from 0, < 1.4.6-1