CVE-2015-8736: The mp2t_find_next_pcr function in wiretap/mp2t.c in the MP2T file parser in Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 d...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-8736 is a Wireshark crash vulnerability in the MP2T file parser. A maliciously crafted file can trigger a stack-based buffer overflow and crash the application. The cited sources describe denial of service, not confirmed code execution or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on analyst workstations or systems using Wireshark 2.0.x before 2.0.1 to open untrusted MP2T files or packet captures. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so confirm versions from asset inventory. Prioritize remediation where staff analyze untrusted captures or media files. This is not described as a network-wide compromise issue, but it can disrupt security operations and crash analyst tooling when malicious files are opened. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Wireshark 2.0.x installations to 2.0.1 or later supported releases.; Follow Wireshark and distribution vendor guidance for fixed packages.; Restrict opening untrusted MP2T files or captures on vulnerable workstations..

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Jun 13, 2026, 21:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.