CVE-2018-6836 The netmonrec_comment_destroy function in wiretap/netmon.c in Wireshark through 2.4.4 performs a free operation on an uninitialized memory address, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of s...
CriticalCVSS 9.8
EPSS 2.7%
- Published
- Updated
- Exploit status
- No public exploit known
Description
The netmonrec_comment_destroy function in wiretap/netmon.c in Wireshark through 2.4.4 performs a free operation on an uninitialized memory address, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| wireshark | <= 2.4.4 | No fix listed |
References
- bugs.wireshark.org exploit issue-tracking third-party-advisory
- code.wireshark.org issue-tracking patch
- code.wireshark.org
- Debian Security Tracker CVE-2018-6836 vendor-advisory