CVE-2024-4855
CVSS 3.1 Score 3.6 of 10 (low)
Details
Summary
CVE-2024-4855 is a use-after-free vulnerability affecting the editcap software. Maliciously crafted capture files can exploit this issue, leading to a denial-of-service condition. The vulnerability occurs due to improper memory handling in the editcap application, allowing attackers to manipulate the software and cause unintended behavior. Successful exploitation results in the software becoming unresponsive or crashing, rendering it unable to perform its intended function. This vulnerability poses a significant risk for networks and systems that use editcap for managing network traffic data.
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Affected Products
- Wireshark
Affected Vendors
- Wireshark Foundation
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