CVE-2013-6339: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-6339: The dissect_openwire_type function in epan/dissectors/packet-openwire.c in the OpenWire dissector in Wiresh...

The dissect_openwire_type function in epan/dissectors/packet-openwire.c in the OpenWire dissector in Wireshark 1.8.x before 1.8.11 and 1.10.x before 1.10.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (loop) via a crafted packet.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 17:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-6339 is a denial-of-service issue in Wireshark's OpenWire dissector. A specially crafted packet can make vulnerable Wireshark versions loop, disrupting packet analysis rather than compromising servers directly. Exposure is most likely on analyst workstations, jump boxes, or automation that opens network traffic in affected Wireshark versions. The bundle does not identify vulnerable server products beyond Wireshark itself. Treat this as a targeted operational reliability risk for teams using Wireshark. Prioritize remediation where analysts inspect untrusted traffic or external packet captures. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Wireshark 1.8.x to 1.8.11 or later.; Upgrade Wireshark 1.10.x to 1.10.3 or later.; Use distribution vendor updates where Wireshark is managed by OS packages..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 4, 2013, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugs.wireshark.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=9248CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:19086CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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