Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Wireshark denial-of-service flaw. A crafted PCNFSD packet could crash vulnerable Wireshark versions while dissecting traffic. The known impact is loss of the analyzer process, not confirmed data theft or system compromise. Exposure is likely limited to systems running affected Wireshark builds that inspect captured or live traffic containing PCNFSD packets. Modern supported Wireshark installations are unlikely to be affected, but legacy Linux packages or archived analyst workstations should be checked. Low operational urgency unless legacy Wireshark is still used in production monitoring or incident response workflows. Prioritize cleanup during routine vulnerability remediation, because crashes can disrupt analysis but sources do not support broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory Wireshark versions on analyst, server, and legacy Linux systems.; Upgrade affected Wireshark packages using vendor security advisories.; Retire Wireshark 0.8.20 through 1.0.7 where still present..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- wireshark-pcnfsd-dos(50686)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- FEDORA-2009-5382CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- FEDORA-2009-5339CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9270CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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