CVE-2014-5162: The read_new_line function in wiretap/catapult_dct2000.c in the Catapult DCT2000 dissector in Wireshark 1.1...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue can crash vulnerable Wireshark versions when they process specially crafted Catapult DCT2000 traffic data. The business impact is denial of service for analysts or systems relying on Wireshark, not confirmed data theft or code execution from the provided sources. Exposure is most likely where Wireshark 1.10.x before 1.10.9 remains installed and users open untrusted packet captures or Catapult DCT2000-related input. Modern environments should confirm package versions rather than assume exposure. Treat this as a focused operational reliability issue. Prioritize patching old Wireshark analyst workstations or servers that process external captures, but do not escalate as critical without evidence of active exploitation or code execution. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Wireshark 1.10.x deployments to 1.10.9 or a vendor-fixed package.; Apply relevant Debian, SUSE, or openSUSE security updates where packaged Wireshark is used.; Avoid opening untrusted capture files on vulnerable analyst workstations..

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Jun 14, 2026, 07:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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