CVE-2014-9376: Integer underflow in Ettercap 0.8.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds wri...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-9376 affects Ettercap 0.8.1, a network analysis tool. Malformed network data could crash the tool and may allow code execution. Business impact is mainly to security workstations or systems using Ettercap on untrusted traffic, not ordinary servers unless Ettercap is installed and actively used. Exposure is limited to environments running vulnerable Ettercap versions, especially 0.8.1 as named by the CVE. Security testing hosts, analyst laptops, or monitoring systems that parse hostile or untrusted network traffic are the most plausible targets. Treat this as a targeted operational risk to security tooling rather than broad enterprise exposure. Prioritize patching analyst workstations and monitoring hosts that process untrusted traffic, because a crash or possible code execution could disrupt investigations or compromise a trusted security system. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Ettercap 0.8.1 or referenced 8.0-8.1 builds.; Check Ettercap upstream and distribution advisories for fixed packages.; Upgrade or remove vulnerable Ettercap installations where not required..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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